Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
21 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Italian
Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe
Description
Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe uses canned San Marzano tomatoes pulsed lightly to retain some texture, combined with roughly chiffonade fresh basil leaves and sea salt. The ingredient list keeps it simple, focusing on the quality of tomatoes and fresh herb to create a rich and vibrant sauce ideal for spreading on pizza dough. The light pulsing in a food processor ensures the sauce is not completely pureed, preserving some chunks for a rustic texture.
The flavor is fresh and herbaceous from the basil combined with the naturally sweet and slightly tangy tomato base. The minimal seasoning allows the tomato's character to shine, suitable for layering with your favorite pizza toppings.
This sauce can be made up to two days in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator for up to six days. For longer storage, it freezes well for up to three months, making it practical for meal prep. When fresh San Marzano tomatoes aren't accessible, canned versions are a good substitute. Alternatively, using fresh Roma or whole peeled canned tomatoes can work if sweetened slightly to approximate the San Marzano taste.
Ingredients
- 28 ounce San Marzano Tomatoes canned
- 8-10 basil leaves roughly chiffonade fresh
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
Instructions
- Add the tomatoes to a food processor and pulse on high about 20 to 25 times. The tomatoes should be smoother but still with some chunks. If you do not have a food processor you can use a blender or a food mill.
- Mix in the basil and salt and serve.
Notes
- This pizza sauce can be prepared up to two days ahead to enhance flavors and save time.
- Store in the refrigerator covered for up to six days or freeze for up to three months; thaw in the refrigerator before use.
- Canned San Marzano tomatoes are preferred for consistency; fresh Roma tomatoes or other canned whole peeled tomatoes can be used with a bit of added sugar to balance acidity.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 21 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 21kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 281mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 195mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 156IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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