Herbed Pizza Sauce Recipe
Bored of the same old bland pizza sauce? Let’s spice things up with a herbed explosion your taste buds didn’t see coming. This sauce boldly combines aromatic herbs with robust tomatoes for a flavor-packed punch. It’s earthy, zesty, and a little fancy—like your pizza just got promoted to executive chef status. Forget store-bought; this recipe takes minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor. Ready to sauce it up right?
Herbed Pizza Sauce Recipe
A fragrant and flavorful herbed pizza sauce that adds a gourmet touch to any pizza.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar optional
Instructions
- Heat oil: Warm olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes: Stir in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste until well combined.
- Incorporate herbs: Add basil, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Balance flavors: Taste and add sugar if the sauce is too acidic.
- Final stir: Remove from heat and give it a final stir.
- Use or store: Spread immediately on your pizza or refrigerate for up to one week
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving – ¼ cup):
- Calories: 60
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Iron: 6%
- Calcium: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Fresh herb swap: Use fresh basil and oregano for a more vibrant flavor.
- Consistency control: Blend the sauce for a smoother texture.
- Pro tip: Add a splash of red wine for deeper flavor.
