Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce Recipe

Capture the authentic taste of New York pizza with this easy-to-follow recipe! Made from simple, fresh ingredients, this vibrant sauce simmers to perfection in just over an hour, developing a rich, deep flavor that will elevate your homemade pizzas. Perfect for pizza nights, this recipe is a keeper!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 65 mins

Calories 179.8 kcal

Protein 17g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce

Italian Plum Tomatoes
Tomato Paste
Fresh Garlic Cloves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Peppercorn

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How to Make Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce

Crush 28 ounces (approximately 2 large cans) of whole peeled tomatoes by hand in a large saucepan.
Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional), and 1 teaspoon of salt to the crushed tomatoes. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, herbs, or red pepper flakes to your liking.
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before using.
For longer storage, transfer the cooled sauce to an airtight glass jar and refrigerate for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

Carbs

13g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Sauces Condiments Etc Vegetables American Easy Dietary Northeastern United States Tomatoes 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce?

Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce?

Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce has approximately 179.8 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce?

The key ingredients for Easy New York Style Pizza Sauce are Italian Plum Tomatoes, Tomato Paste, Fresh Garlic Cloves, Dried Basil, Salt, Peppercorn. See the full list with measurements above.