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Simple Pizza Sauce Recipe

Discover the secret to authentic Neapolitan pizza! This simple recipe uses fresh, high-quality ingredients to create a vibrant tomato sauce that's miles away from typical American pizza sauce. Learn how to make a sauce worthy of your homemade Neapolitan pizza using ripe, crushed tomatoes or canned San Marzano tomatoes – the only way true Neapolitans do it!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 341.9 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Simple Pizza Sauce

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How to Make Simple Pizza Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 28 ounces (794g) of crushed San Marzano tomatoes (or 2 pounds of ripe, crushed fresh tomatoes).
  3. Season generously with salt (about 1 teaspoon, or to taste).
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
  5. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded.
  6. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool completely before using on your pizza.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

19g

Carbs

8g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Sauces Condiments Etc Easy Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Healthy 2 Low In Something 3 Steps Or Less