Description
Elevate your pizza nights with this irresistible Fan Favorite Pizza Sauce. Bursting with rich flavors from high-quality ingredients like canned crushed tomatoes, fresh garlic, and aromatic herbs, this sauce promises to make every homemade pizza unforgettable. Whether you’re hosting a cozy movie night or a lively game party, this sauce will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop for easy access.
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Blend for a smoother texture if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use high-quality canned tomatoes and fresh herbs for maximum flavor. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze in portions for later use. For added spice, incorporate red pepper flakes during cooking.