Description

This Homemade Pizza Sauce offers an irresistible flavor profile with simple preparation using fresh tomatoes and aromatic spices. A quick way to elevate your homemade pizza and delight your taste buds!

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, grated on a microplane
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

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Instructions

In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add grated garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Mix in dried oregano and crushed red pepper, cooking for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Pour in crushed tomatoes and sugar, then reduce heat to low.
Simmer the mixture for about 20 minutes until it thickens.
Stir in the unsalted butter and season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Allow to cool before using.

Notes

This sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
For a smoother texture, blend the sauce after cooking if desired.
Feel free to adjust the spice levels by adding more or less crushed red pepper.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 120
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 5mg