Gourmet Pizza Sauce Recipe

Unlock the secrets of a Canadian award-winning pizzeria with this gourmet pizza sauce recipe! This vibrant sauce, bursting with fresh tomato flavor and a hint of spice (don't be intimidated!), is surprisingly easy to make. Elevate your homemade pizzas to restaurant-quality perfection in just minutes. A few extra tomatoes are always welcome!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 165.3 kcal
Protein 16g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Gourmet Pizza Sauce

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How to Make Gourmet Pizza Sauce

  1. Wash and roughly chop the tomatoes.
  2. Combine all ingredients (tomatoes, garlic, onion, olive oil, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and sugar) in a high-speed blender.
  3. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Add more red pepper flakes for extra heat or sugar to balance acidity.
  5. Your gourmet pizza sauce is ready! Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

86 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

1g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gourmet Pizza Sauce?

Gourmet Pizza Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gourmet Pizza Sauce?

Gourmet Pizza Sauce has approximately 165.3 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gourmet Pizza Sauce?

The key ingredients for Gourmet Pizza Sauce are Tomato Paste, Canned Plum Tomatoes, Dry Oregano, Dry Basil, Garlic Powder, Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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