Aurelio's Pizza Sauce Recipe
Aurelio's pizza sauce recipe has been a beloved secret among pizza aficionados for years.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Large saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cans 28 ounces each of crushed tomatoes
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blend the Tomatoes: Start by blending the crushed tomatoes in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add Herbs and Spices: Stir in the oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and sugar.
- Combine with Tomatoes: Pour the blended tomatoes into the saucepan with the garlic and herbs.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning and spices as needed.
- Cool and Use: Let the sauce cool before spreading on your pizza dough or store it in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
- Fresh vs. Dried Herbs: Use fresh herbs if available for a brighter flavor, adjusting the quantity as they are more potent than dried.
- Simmering Time: Let the sauce simmer for at least 25 minutes to develop flavors, but don’t let it dry out.
- Sugar Balance: Adjust the sugar based on the acidity of the tomatoes and your taste preference.
- Consistency: For a thicker sauce, simmer with the lid off; for thinner, cover the saucepan.
- Storage: This sauce can be refrigerated for up to a week or frozen for three months.