Imagine capturing the exact tantalizing flavor of Pizza Hut's iconic pizza sauce without leaving your home - and now you can! This copycat recipe is about to transform your homemade pizzas from ordinary to extraordinary, delivering restaurant-quality taste with just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort. Whether you're a passionate home cook or a pizza enthusiast looking to recreate that unmistakable pizzeria flavor, this sauce recipe is your ultimate culinary shortcut to pizza perfection.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients and measuring tools. Ensure all dried herbs and spices are fresh and fragrant.
- In a medium saucepan, combine tomato sauce and tomato paste. Whisk together until smooth and fully integrated, eliminating any lumps.
- Add sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir all ingredients thoroughly to combine and distribute spices evenly.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning at the bottom of the pan.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to slightly thicken.
- Stir periodically during simmering to ensure even heat distribution and prevent scorching.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or herbs to suit your preference.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. The sauce will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. The sauce can be stored for up to 5-7 days in the refrigerator.
Tips
- • Use fresh, high-quality dried herbs to ensure maximum flavor intensity • Whisk tomato sauce and paste thoroughly to prevent lumpy texture • Simmer on low heat to allow herbs and spices to fully develop their aromatic profile • Taste and adjust seasonings gradually - you can always add more, but can't take away • For deeper flavor, let the sauce sit for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator before using • If you prefer a smoother sauce, consider blending it briefly with an immersion blender • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and maximize flavor preservation
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 25kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
