Description
A simple and fresh homemade pizza sauce made from crushed tomatoes and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the crushed tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add sugar.
- Mix everything together until well incorporated.
- Let the sauce rest for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Use immediately on pizza or flatbreads, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
For a smoother sauce, blend the crushed tomatoes before mixing. Adjust the herbs and spices to suit your taste. Taste before using to adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg