After trying several brands of store-bought sauce, I decided it was time to make my own. This sauce is great, and super easy to make, but you should refrigerate it overnight to allow the flavors to meld. I started with 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. We all liked the sauce, but I will try it next time with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar. Refrigerate overnight before using. Makes enough for 4 large pizzas.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 can tomato sauce , 28 ounce
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar , or more to taste
Instructions
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Stir the olive oil, garlic, tomato sauce, red pepper, thyme, Italian seasoning, basil, oregano, salt, and brown sugar together in a saucepan over low heat; simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes. Refrigerate overnight before using.
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