Some recipes are simple and meant to be classic. This style of Perfect Pizza Sauce is one of them. I’m not sure who first taught me this sauce, but I can guarantee you it was a friend who learned from a friend who learned from their grandma, and in a way, that makes me feel like it’s somewhat legit. 😉

This sauce is a no-cook, just-stir sauce, which is how traditional pizza sauce mandates it. So if you’re having a pizza party, consider this your no-mess, no-fuss, super-easy way to impress a crowd with just a few simple ingredients. Because it’s pizza, after all, what’s not to love?

Tomato sauce with herbs, garlic and seasonings

How to make this pizza sauce

This recipe is oh-so-easy and can be whipped together in under 10 minutes! It uses simple ingredients, like whole San Marzano tomatoes, and a simple process but yields the best pizza sauce. Just trust me. To make this sauce, you’ll need to:

Pour the tomatoes and all their juices in a bowl. Use your hands or scissors to gently break the tomatoes apart into small pieces.
Add in the olive oil, chopped garlic, oregano and basil. Stir and add the salt. Stir again and season to taste with more salt as needed.
Use as you need it!

What to use this sauce with:

I have lots of tips on what to pair this sauce with. You’ll be amazed at how many ways you can use this sauce!

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Pizza sauce baked onto a pizza with mozzarella

That’s all for this Perfect Pizza Sauce recipe!

If you make it, please tag me on Pinterest or Instagram so I can see! It’s my favorite thing to scroll through stories and see what you all are making.

And of course feel free to leave any questions, comments or reviews! This is the best place to reach me, and I’d love to hear from you.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 3

Servings: 1 serving

Ingredients

▢ 1 large can of whole San Marzano tomatoes
▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
▢ 3 large garlic cloves, sliced
▢ 1 teaspoon oregano
▢ 1-2 sprigs fresh basil, stems removed, chiffonade cut
▢ 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste

Instructions

Pour the tomatoes and all their juices in a bowl. Use your hands or scissors to gently break the tomatoes apart into small pieces.
Add in the olive oil, chopped garlic, oregano and basil. Stir and add the salt. Stir again and season to taste with more salt as needed.
Use as you need it!