Gourmet Pizza Sauce

Elevate your homemade pizza to gourmet status with this rich and flavorful gourmet pizza sauce recipe! Crafted with simple, high-quality ingredients like crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a touch of sugar for balance, this sauce achieves the perfect harmony of savory and slightly sweet flavors. Enhanced with dried oregano, basil, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes, it delivers a robust Italian flair that’s sure to delight your taste buds. The slow-simmering technique ensures a thick, luscious texture that clings beautifully to your favorite pizza dough. Whether you’re making a classic Margherita or a veggie-loaded masterpiece, this versatile pizza sauce is the ultimate base for any pie. Plus, it’s easy to make in just 40 minutes and freezes well for future use!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 whole garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, combining thoroughly.

Step 4

Add the sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. If desired, stir in the freshly chopped basil for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 7

Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before using. This sauce can be spread directly on pizza dough or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	988 grams (988.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	526

Total Fat 30.10g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1273mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 61.50g	22%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 36.10g
Protein 10.20g	20%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 212mg	16%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 2220mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 44.1%