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Mushroom Pizza Sauce Recipe

Emily Carter
An earthy, savory mushroom pizza sauce packed with bold flavors and a velvety texture for an unforgettable pizza experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 70 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 pound mushrooms sliced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ cup plant-based or regular cream optional for a creamy twist

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil: Warm olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Sauté onions: Add onions and cook until translucent for about 4 minutes.
  • Garlic and mushrooms: Toss in garlic and mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms release moisture and turn golden brown, around 10 minutes.
  • Season: Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and thyme, stirring well.
  • Deglaze: Pour in balsamic vinegar to scrape up the tasty brown bits from the pan.
  • Add liquids: Stir in vegetable broth and tomato paste, mixing until smooth.
  • Simmer: Lower heat and simmer for 8 minutes until thickened.
  • Optional cream: Stir in cream for a creamy variation.
  • Cool and use: Allow to cool before spreading over pizza or storing in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving - ¼ cup):

  • Calories: 70
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
Key Vitamins and Minerals:
  • Vitamin D: 15%
  • Iron: 8%
  • Calcium: 3%
  • Vitamin B6: 10%
  • Potassium: 12%

Additional Notes/Tips:

  • Mushroom variety: Mix cremini and portobello mushrooms for a deeper flavor.
  • Texture tweak: Blend the sauce for a smoother finish or keep it chunky for a rustic vibe.
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