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Garlic Pizza Sauce Recipe

4.6 from 151 reviews

A rich and flavorful garlic pizza sauce made by simmering tomato sauce with fresh garlic, olive oil, and herbs. This easy-to-make sauce enhances any pizza with its aromatic blend of oregano and basil, balanced with just a touch of salt and sugar for perfect flavor.

Ingredients

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Pizza Sauce

  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, add the tomato sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and sugar. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  2. Simmer the Sauce: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
  3. Cool the Sauce: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the garlic pizza sauce to cool completely before spreading it on your pizza dough or storing it for later use.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar based on the acidity of your tomato sauce.
  • Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • This sauce can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months.
  • For a smoother texture, blend the sauce after cooking if desired.

Keywords: garlic pizza sauce, homemade pizza sauce, easy pizza sauce, Italian sauce, garlic tomato sauce