Best Pizzeria Style Pizza Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Categories: Sauces & Condiments & Pizza
This pizza sauce is rich, flavorful, and perfect for achieving that authentic pizzeria taste right at home.

Difficulty: EASY
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Serving Size: Makes enough sauce for 3 large pizzas
Ingredients:
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Directions:
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
- Let the sauce cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and let it cool before using on your pizza.