Teresa's Recipes
Homemade Tomato Sauce for Pizza
This vibrant and rich tomato sauce is the heart and soul of a perfect homemade pizza. Bursting with the freshness of ripe tomatoes and enhanced with fragrant herbs and spices, this sauce is not just a topping; it's an experience. With roots tracing back to the Italian cuisine, where tomatoes were first introduced in the 16th century, this sauce pays homage to traditional methods while being simple enough for any home cook to master. Elevate your pizza night with this easy-to-make sauce that will have your taste buds dancing!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds, ripe Fresh tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Sauce
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 3g
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Score a small 'X' on the bottom of each tomato to help with peeling.
- Carefully place the tomatoes in the boiling water for about 1 minute until the skins start to loosen, then transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool.
- Once cooled, peel the skins off the tomatoes, remove the cores, and chop them into small pieces.
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion.
- Sauté the mixture until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens and the flavors meld together.
- Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool slightly before spreading it over your favorite pizza dough.
Tips
- For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender after simmering.
- Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to three months.