Pizza Sauce with Tomato Puree
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
15 servings
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Calories
37 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Pizza Sauce with Tomato Puree
Description
Pizza Sauce with Tomato Puree is prepared by mixing tomato puree with water, granulated sugar, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and dried herbs including oregano, basil, thyme, and garlic powder. The sauce is heated over medium heat until it begins to simmer, then cooked gently for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. The sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes, while the lemon juice adds brightness.
This sauce serves as a versatile pizza base, delivering a harmonious mix of herbaceous and savory notes. It can also be served as a dipping sauce. Preparing a larger batch yields approximately 8.5 cups, with a typical serving size around half a cup, enabling it to be used in multiple meals. Ingredient variations may affect nutritional content, so portion control is advised.
Proper simmering ensures a well-rounded sauce with a smooth texture that clings well to pizza dough. The dried herb blend provides a consistent, approachable flavor profile suitable for various pizza toppings.
Ingredients
- 2 cans tomato puree (29 ounces each)
- 1 1/4 cup water
- 5 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 5 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 3/4 teaspoon basil dried
- 3/4 teaspoon thyme dried
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients into a saucepan. 2 cans tomato puree, 1 1/4 cup water, 5 tablespoon granulated sugar, 5 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 3/4 teaspoon dried basil, 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Turn stove onto medium heat until sauce starts to simmer.
- Let simmer for 30 minutes. Put it on your pizza or use it as a dip!
Notes
- The recipe makes about 8.5 cups of sauce, with a serving size of approximately 1/2 cup.
- Calorie estimates vary since brands differ; consult a nutritionist for exact information.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 37 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 164g | |
| Calories | 37kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 240mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 124IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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