From-Scratch Tomato Pizza Sauce
From-Scratch Tomato Pizza Sauce blends ripe roma tomatoes with olive oil, a hint of sweetness, and garlic salt for a balanced, vibrant flavor. A touch of vinegar adds brightness while simmering concentrates the tomatoes into a smooth, spreadable sauce perfect for topping homemade pies. Serve it for pizza night or as a rich base for calzones and breadsticks.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves16
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather the ingredients.
- 2
Put the water, tomatoes, and olive oil into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Pour the tomato mixture into a large pot.
- 3
Stir the sugar, garlic salt, and vinegar into the tomato mixture and bring it to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 1 to 2 hours.
- 4
Pour the tomato mixture into a clean blender or food processor, filling it no more than halfway. Cover and hold the lid down; pulse a few times, then blend until very smooth. Repeat with any remaining tomato mixture.
- Calories 43.73 kcal Low Source
- Protein 0.49 g Low Source
- Carbs 6.9 g Moderate
- Total Fat 1.77 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.23 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 2.65 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.85 g Low Source
- Sugar 5.2 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.62 g Low Source
- Calcium 7.5 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.13 mg Low Source
- Potassium 0.02 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 107.73 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 8.81 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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