Homemade Pizza Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
18 Servings
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Calories
16 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Italian
Homemade Pizza Sauce
Description
Homemade Pizza Sauce blends tomato paste and tomato sauce with classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil. This sauce is smooth and thick, thickened further by tomato paste, making it easy to spread evenly on pizza dough. The combination of garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of sugar balances acidity and contributes depth without overpowering the tomato base. Crushed red pepper flakes add a subtle heat that can be adjusted to taste.
The method is straightforward: all ingredients are whisked together until smooth, creating a ready-to-use sauce for pizza bases. Its texture ensures it adheres well to dough, supporting toppings without sogginess. This sauce suits a variety of pizza styles and can be topped with cheese and other ingredients before baking.
Once prepared, the sauce can be refrigerated for up to a week or frozen for up to three months. Before use after refrigeration or freezing, it should be warmed to regain a spreadable consistency. The recipe yields enough sauce to make several 4-6 medium-sized pizzas, depending on how thickly it is applied to the dough.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 Tablespoon oregano dried
- 2 teaspoons basil dried
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients together in a medium-size bowl and whisk well until combined.
- Spread 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the sauce onto your favorite rolled out pizza dough, then top with cheese and bake to make pizzas.
Notes
- This recipe yields approximately 2 1/2 cups of sauce, serving about 4 to 6 medium pizzas based on sauce amount used.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week; it will thicken and should be warmed before spreading.
- The sauce freezes well for up to three months; thaw overnight and let sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours before use.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 18Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 16 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 16kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 264mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 183mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 260IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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