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The Ultimate Easy, No-Cook Homemade Pizza Sauce (Better Than Store-Bought)

Two slices of thick crust bread topped generously with vibrant red pizza sauce and herbs.
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Make this simple, no-cook homemade pizza sauce in minutes using basic pantry staples. This recipe delivers rich, authentic flavor that surpasses any jarred sauce for your next pizza night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

Instructions

  1. Drain the whole peeled tomatoes, reserving the liquid. Place the whole tomatoes into a medium bowl.
  2. Crush the tomatoes by hand until they reach a slightly chunky consistency. For a smoother sauce, pulse briefly in a food processor, being careful not to over-process.
  3. Add the minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and optional sugar to the crushed tomatoes.
  4. Stir all ingredients together until they are fully combined.
  5. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed. If the sauce seems too thick, add one or two tablespoons of the reserved tomato liquid until you reach your desired consistency.
  6. Use the sauce immediately on your pizza dough. This no-cook pizza sauce recipe is ready for your pizza base.

Notes

  • For a thicker pizza sauce, let the sauce sit for 15 minutes before using to allow the flavors to meld.
  • If you prefer a very smooth sauce, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve after mixing.
  • This sauce is excellent for New York-style or Neapolitan pizza crusts.

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