Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe: The Secret to Perfect Pizzas at Home

Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe: The Secret to Perfect Pizzas at Home Ever wondered what makes your favorite pizzeria pizza taste so amazing? Spoiler alert: it’s all about the sauce. A homemade pizza sauce can turn any pizza night into a flavor-packed experience, and the best part? It’s incredibly easy to make! Forget the store-bought stuff that’s loaded with preservatives. This rich, tangy, and flavorful pizza sauce will elevate your homemade pies and have everyone asking for your secret. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a sauce that’s bursting with the freshness of tomatoes, garlic, and herbs—no special skills required! Why Make Your Own Pizza Sauce? Store-bought pizza sauces often miss the mark—they're either too sweet, too bland, or just lacking that punch. Making your own allows you to control the flavor, spice, and thickness, customizing it to your taste. Plus, it’s fresher, healthier, and can be made with ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. Ingredients You'll Need This recipe makes enough sauce for 4 medium-sized pizzas: 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity) ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper 1 pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat) 1 tablespoon tomato paste (for a richer flavor) Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional) How to Make It