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Aurelio’s Pizza Sauce Recipe

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Aurelio’s Pizza Sauce Recipe is a flavorful, homemade tomato sauce perfect for sprinkling on your favorite pizza base. Made with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a blend of dried herbs and spices, this sauce simmers gently to develop a rich and aromatic taste. It offers an optional touch of Parmesan cheese for added depth, and can be served chunky or smoothly blended to suit your preference. This classic pizza sauce is versatile and easy to make, enhancing any homemade pizza with authentic Italian flair.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp fennel seeds (optional)

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil: Place a pot over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Warm the oil until it is hot but not smoking, preparing it for sautéeing the garlic.
  2. Add garlic powder: Stir in garlic powder (or minced garlic if preferred) and cook for 30 seconds to release its aroma; be careful not to burn it.
  3. Cook tomato paste: Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen its flavor and allow it to caramelize slightly.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes: Pour in the 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes and stir well to combine with the tomato paste and oil.
  5. Season the sauce: Add sugar, salt, dried oregano, dried basil, onion powder, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and optionally fennel seeds. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute all spices.
  6. Simmer the sauce: Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to cook gently for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and to meld the flavors.
  7. Add Parmesan (optional): Remove the sauce from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese if desired, adding subtle richness and umami flavor.
  8. Cool and blend: Let the sauce cool slightly. If you prefer a smooth texture, blend the sauce. Otherwise, leave it chunky.
  9. Use or store: Use the sauce immediately on your pizza or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze the sauce.

Notes

  • For a smoother sauce texture, blend after the sauce has cooled slightly.
  • You can substitute garlic powder with minced fresh garlic for more pungent garlic flavor.
  • Fennel seeds are optional but add a subtle licorice note that complements the sauce.
  • This sauce can be stored refrigerated for up to one week or frozen for several months.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes according to desired spice level.
  • Remove Parmesan to make this sauce vegetarian.

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