PIZZA SAUCE

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Ingredients:

  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes (or 2 cups fresh tomatoes, blended)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil (or fresh basil, finely chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional for richer flavor)

Instructions:

  1. Heat Olive Oil: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic (or garlic powder) to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

  3. Add Tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes (or blended fresh tomatoes). Stir to combine.

  4. Season: Add oregano, basil, sugar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine all the flavors.

  5. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If you'd like a thicker sauce, you can let it simmer a little longer.

  6. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. You can add a little more sugar if the sauce is too acidic, or more herbs for stronger flavor.

  7. Cool: Let the sauce cool before spreading it on your pizza dough. This helps it not to make the crust soggy.

Enjoy your homemade pizza sauce!