PIZZA SAUCE

 

Certainly! Here's a simple homemade pizza sauce recipe:

Ingredients:

- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- 1 teaspoon dried oregano

- 1 teaspoon dried basil

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

- 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Pour in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar (if using).

4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to blend until desired consistency.

Now your homemade pizza sauce is ready to use!