Some recipes are simple, perfect and meant to be classic – and this style of perfect pizza sauce is one of them. I’m not sure who first taught me this sauce, but I can guarantee you it was a friend who learned from a friend who learned from their grandma, and in a way, that makes me feel like it’s somewhat legit 😉
This sauce is a no-cook, just-stir sauce, which is how traditional pizza sauce mandates it. So if you’re having a pizza party, consider this your no-mess, no-fuss, super-easy way to impress a crowd with just a few simple ingredients. Because it’s pizza, after all, what’s not to love?
What to use this perfect pizza sauce with:
See below for this perfect pizza sauce recipe – and if you make it, please tag me on Pinterest or Instagram so I can see! It’s my favorite thing to scroll through stories and see what you all are making.
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Perfect Pizza Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 large can of whole San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves sliced
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1-2 sprigs fresh basil stems removed, chiffonade cut
- 1 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
Instructions
- Pour the tomatoes and all their juices in a bowl. Use your hands or scissors to gently break the tomatoes apart into small pieces.
- Add in the olive oil, chopped garlic, oregano and basil. Stir and add the salt. Stir again and season to taste with more salt as needed.
- Use as you need it!
