Best 4 Flavorful Pizza Sauce Recipes

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Pizza, a delectable dish that has captivated taste buds worldwide, is a culinary masterpiece that transcends cultural boundaries. Its tantalizing aroma, crispy crust, and symphony of flavors have made it a universal favorite. Whether you prefer the classic Margherita, with its simple yet perfect combination of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, or the adventurous Hawaiian, with its tropical twist of pineapple and ham, there's a pizza out there to satisfy every palate. In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of pizza sauce recipes that will elevate your homemade pizzas to restaurant-quality. From the traditional tomato sauce, with its rich and tangy flavor, to the creamy Alfredo sauce, with its indulgent and velvety texture, and the spicy Arrabiata sauce, with its fiery kick, these recipes cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey, where you'll discover the secrets to crafting the perfect pizza sauce that will turn your homemade pizzas into culinary masterpieces.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST PIZZA SAUCE RECIPE (NO COOK, AUTHENTIC ITALIAN STYLE)



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The best and easiest Italian pizza sauce recipe.

Provided by Christina Conte

Categories     Dressings, Sauces, Syrups & Toppings

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

14 oz (400g) can of European tomatoes (preferably pomodoro pelato S.Marzano dell'Agro Sarnese-Nocerino D.O.P) THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INGREDIENT-do not use inferior quality tomatoes
3 Tbsp good quality extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp sea salt
a few pinches of dried oregano
2 or 3 leaves of fresh Italian basil, torn into small pieces
(optional: a clove of fresh garlic, minced) my Italian family uses garlic, but it's only used on one type of pizza in Naples

Steps:

  • Pour the can of tomatoes into a bowl. If it is pomodorini or whole tomatoes, crush them with your hands, or you can roughly cut them with kitchen shears.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Taste for salt and add if needed. (Don't add a lot of sauce to the pizza dough; you don't want to drown it.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 5 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 13 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 453 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams unsaturated fat

ULTIMATE HOMEMADE PIZZA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: flour, kosher salt, active dry yeast, water, cornmeal, flour, tomato paste, hot water, red wine vinegar, maple syrup, salt, pepper, garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried marjoram, cayenne pepper

Provided by Vaughn Vreeland

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

7 cups flour
4 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon active dry yeast
3 cups water, at room temperature (plus an additional 1-2 tablespoons of water as needed)
4 tablespoons cornmeal, or semolina, for the pizza peel
flour, extra, for shaping
6 oz tomato paste
1 cup hot water
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons maple syrup, or honey
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a very large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  • Make a divot in the middle of the flour mixture and add a few tablespoons of water. Stir with a wooden spoon, gradually adding more and more water until the dough starts to come together. You may need a tablespoon more or less water, depending on the consistency of the dough as it forms.
  • Using your hands, ensure the dough is well incorporated, but do not knead. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and store at room temperature overnight, or for at least 12 hours, until doubled in size and porous.
  • Make the sauce by combining tomato paste, water, vinegar, maple syrup, salt, pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, marjoram, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl. Let sit at room temperature for an hour before canning or jarring. Refrigerate as necessary up to 2 weeks.
  • Once the dough has risen, transfer to a clean, floured work surface and form into a large ball. Cut the dough into 6 equal parts and form dough balls by folding the corners into themselves.
  • Place the dough balls on a floured sheet pan, sprinkle with flour, and cover with a damp towel for about 30 minutes to an hour.
  • Preheat oven with a pizza stone in it to 500ªF (260ºC) or a low broil.
  • Work each dough into a disk on a floured work surface. Knuckling the edges of the dough and tossing it gently will help thin it out. Be careful not to rip the dough.
  • Place the dough disk onto a pizza peel generously floured with semolina or cornmeal. This will prevent sticking. Top with desired sauce, cheese, and toppings.
  • Slide the pizza onto the stone and bake for about 9 minutes, watching carefully to make sure it doesn't burn. Look for the edges to become charred and crispy and the cheese to bubble.
  • Let the pizza cool for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647 calories, Carbohydrate 135 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 4 grams

HOMEMADE PIZZA SAUCE



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For years, I had trouble finding a pizza sauce recipe my family liked, so I started making my own. The evening I served it to company and they asked for my recipe, I knew I'd finally got it right! When I prepare my sauce, I usually fix enough for three to four pizzas and freeze it. Feel free to spice up the sauce to suit your own family's tastes. -Cheryl Kravik, Spanaway, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield about 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 to 2 teaspoons fennel seed, crushed
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine tomato sauce and paste. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Cool. , Pour into jars or freezer containers, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Freeze up to 12 months. Thaw frozen sauce in refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FLAVORFUL PIZZA SAUCE



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Make and share this Flavorful Pizza Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by The Daycare Lady

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Transfer to a storage container.Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 2831.1, Carbohydrate 44.9, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 27.5, Protein 8.8

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tomatoes. Fresh, ripe tomatoes are essential for a flavorful sauce. If you can, use tomatoes from your own garden or a local farmer's market.
  • Roast the tomatoes before using them. Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their flavor and makes them sweeter. You can roast the tomatoes in the oven or on the stovetop.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices. Oregano, basil, thyme, and garlic are all classic pizza sauce herbs. But you can also experiment with other herbs and spices, such as rosemary, fennel, or chili flakes.
  • Simmer the sauce for a long time. The longer you simmer the sauce, the more time the flavors have to develop. Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or even longer if you have time.
  • Taste the sauce as you go. Season the sauce to your liking with salt, pepper, and other spices. You may also want to add a little sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.

Conclusion:

With a little time and effort, you can make a delicious pizza sauce at home that is far superior to anything you can buy in a jar. So next time you're making pizza, be sure to try making your own sauce. You won't be disappointed!

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