Description

Capture the authentic flavors of New York City with this robust pizza sauce featuring perfectly balanced sweetness and herbaceous notes. Simmered slowly to develop deep flavors, this versatile sauce works perfectly on any style of homemade pizza.

Ingredients

Scale

1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon (15 ml) unsalted butter
2 medium cloves garlic, grated on microplane grater (about 2 teaspoons)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and split in half
2 (6-inch) sprigs fresh basil with leaves attached
1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until butter melts
Add garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute until fragrant but not browned
Pour in tomatoes with their juices, crushing tomatoes by hand as you add them
Add onion halves, basil sprigs, and sugar. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt
Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking
Remove onion halves and basil stems. Adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed
Use immersion blender for smooth sauce or leave slightly chunky

Notes

Tips: For brighter flavor, stir in fresh basil after cooking. Substitutions: Use 1/4 teaspoon dried basil if fresh unavailable. Storage: Refrigerate for 1 week or freeze for 3 months. Texture: Sauce thickens upon cooling – adjust with water if needed.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: B
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 35
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 1.5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 2mg

Keywords: pizza sauce, new york style, homemade