Craft the Heart of Your Pizza: Authentic Italian Pizza Sauce Recipe
Pizza – a culinary masterpiece that brings people together, igniting taste buds and sparking joy with every bite. But the true magic of a good pie lies not just in the crust or the toppings, but in the foundation: this authentic and easy pizza sauce.
Today, I’m excited to share this authentic Italian pizza sauce recipe that’s both incredibly easy and delicious. This recipe comes from the executive chef at Naples Restaurant in Downtown Disney, famed for their wood-fired pizzas that have garnered a cult following. What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. Forget the long ingredient lists and complicated processes; this sauce relies on three key ingredients and minimal effort, allowing the freshness and quality of the ingredients to shine through.
Why This Recipe? 3 Reasons to Make Your Own Pizza Sauce
While store-bought sauces offer convenience, making your own unlocks a world of flavor and customization. Here’s why you should ditch the jar and embrace this simple recipe:
- Freshness and Quality Control: Canned tomatoes offer concentrated flavor, but they can’t compete with the vibrancy of fresh sun-ripened tomatoes. Choosing high-quality ingredients ensures a richer, more authentic taste in every bite.
- Customization is King: Unlike store-bought sauces, this recipe allows you to control the sweetness, acidity, and level of seasoning. Feel free to adjust the amount of salt or add a pinch of oregano or red pepper flakes to personalize the flavor to your liking.
- Effortless Simplicity: This recipe requires minimal effort, made in less than 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends.
What You’ll Need: A Minimalist Ingredient List
This recipe is all about simplicity. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 28 ounces canned Italian San Marzano tomatoes: These plum tomatoes are prized for their sweetness, acidity, and low moisture content, making them ideal for pizza sauce.
- 1-2 tablespoons high-quality extra virgin olive oil: Opt for a good quality olive oil, as its flavor will be prominent in the finished sauce.
- Salt to taste: Adjust the salt according to your preference and the type of tomatoes used, as some brands may be saltier than others.
Optional Ingredients:
- 1 clove garlic, minced (for a garlicky twist)
- Pinch of dried oregano (for a touch of herbal complexity)
- Red pepper flakes (for a hint of heat)
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Easy Pizza Sauce Recipe
Recipe by Jason Hill – CookingSessions.comIngredients
- 28 ounces Italian San Marzano tomatoes
- Kosher Salt
- 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, crush the tomatoes by hand with a sprinkling of kosher salt and a drizzle of the olive oil. Place as the base for your pizza sauce and follow with your favorite toppings!
