Homemade Tomato Pizza Sauce Recipe

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can enhance flavor, while crushed tomatoes are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a more budget-friendly option.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: black pepper

💰Cheaper: none

Black pepper can provide heat but is not a direct substitute for the flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: none

Honey is a natural sweetener that can enhance the sauce's flavor.

In a large bowl, stir or whisk together the tomato paste and tomato sauce.

Add garlic powder, dried Italian seasonings, salt, and sugar to the bowl.

Whisk all ingredients thoroughly until combined.

Store the sauce in an airtight container, like a Mason jar, or use it immediately on pizza.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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