Homemade Tomato Pizza Sauce

Making your own pizza sauce is a great way to elevate your homemade pizzas! It’s surprisingly simple and packed with flavor, and you’ll likely never go back to store-bought sauce again. This recipe comes together in about 15 minutes and requires minimal ingredients.

Ingredients:

14 oz (400g) can diced tomatoes (or 3-4 fresh tomatoes)

1 tablespoon (14g) olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon (3g) sugar

1 bay leaf

1 teaspoon (1g) dried oregano

1 teaspoon (1g) dried basil

Red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about a minute, until fragrant.

Add the diced tomatoes (or crushed fresh tomatoes), sugar, bay leaf, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. If using fresh tomatoes, simmer for a bit longer until they soften and the sauce thickens slightly.

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasonings to your preference. You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat (optional).

Use your delicious homemade pizza sauce immediately on your pizzas, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Tips:

For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender or food processor to give it a quick blend after simmering.

This sauce can also be frozen for later use. Let it cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Enjoy your delicious homemade pizza with this flavorful and easy tomato pizza sauce!