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Easy Pizza Sauce Recipe

This quick Pizza Sauce recipe takes just 30 minutes to make and is full of flavor.   Spread onto your favorite homemade pizza dough or serve with cheesy breadsticks for a total upgrade over anything store bought.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 26kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Garlic minced (about 3 large cloves)
  • 1 28-oz can Crushed Tomatoes San Marzano Tomatoes if possible
  • 1 Tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil minced

Instructions

  • In a large dutch oven over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once shimmering, add the minced garlic and saute for about 2 minutes, or until translucent.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, sugar, salt, and Italian seasoning. Simmer on low for about 15 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. 
  • Add the chopped basil and cook while stirring for another 2 minutes then remove from the heat.
  • Use immediately, or let cool and store in jars or an airtight container. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 26kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 194mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 29IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg