1. To a pan on medium heat add some olive oil, and once heated add your onion, garlic, basil, and oregano, and sauté until the veggies are softened. (Removed and set aside)
2. Add your tomatoes and Calabrian chillies to your blender and pulse until you get it to the consistency that you prefer.
3. Pour the sauce into a bowl and add the sautéed veggies and your salt and sugar. Mix until well combined and enjoy!
This homemade Pizza Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful base for your favorite pizza creations, crafted with simple, wholesome ingredients. Starting with sweet, ripe whole peeled tomatoes, this sauce gets its depth of flavor from sautéed onions, garlic, and aromatic basil. A pinch of oregano and the subtle heat of Calabrian chilies elevate the taste, striking a balance between rustic and bold.
The addition of a touch of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the tomatoes, while salt ties all the flavors together. Blended to your preferred consistency—smooth or chunky—this sauce is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you're spreading it over a freshly made dough or dipping crispy breadsticks, this pizza sauce brings a homemade touch to any meal. It’s an easy, healthy way to skip store-bought sauces and savor the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean.
Description
This homemade Pizza Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful base for your favorite pizza creations, crafted with simple, wholesome ingredients. Starting with sweet, ripe whole peeled tomatoes, this sauce gets its depth of flavor from sautéed onions, garlic, and aromatic basil. A pinch of oregano and the subtle heat of Calabrian chilies elevate the taste, striking a balance between rustic and bold.
The addition of a touch of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the tomatoes, while salt ties all the flavors together. Blended to your preferred consistency—smooth or chunky—this sauce is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you're spreading it over a freshly made dough or dipping crispy breadsticks, this pizza sauce brings a homemade touch to any meal. It’s an easy, healthy way to skip store-bought sauces and savor the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
Whole Peeled Tomatoes
1 28oz can, drained
Yellow Onion
1/4, finely chopped
Garlic Clove
2, minced
Fresh Basil
5-6 leaves, chopped
Oregano
1/2 tsp
Calabrian Chilies
to taste
Salt
1 tsp
Sugar
1 tsp
Olive Oil
to taste
Instructions
1. To a pan on medium heat add some olive oil, and once heated add your onion, garlic, basil, and oregano, and sauté until the veggies are softened. (Removed and set aside)
2. Add your tomatoes and Calabrian chillies to your blender and pulse until you get it to the consistency that you prefer.
3. Pour the sauce into a bowl and add the sautéed veggies and your salt and sugar. Mix until well combined and enjoy!
