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Perfect Pizza Sauce
Perfect Pizza Sauce - The perfect sweet, spicy balance of tomato, herbs and garlic in a pizza sauce that complements any of your favourite toppings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
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3
tbsp
olive oil
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6
cloves
minced garlic
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1 32
oz
can diced tomatoes
remove one cup without juice for the end or dice one additional large fresh tomato
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1 19
ounce
can plain tomato sauce
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1/4
tsp
crushed chili flakes
more or less to taste
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2
tbsp
molasses
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2
tbsp
brown sugar
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2
tsp
ground fennel seed
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2
tbsp
dry oregano
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salt and pepper to taste
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In a heavy bottom pot heat over medium-low heat, lightly saute the garlic in the oil until it softens but does not brown, about 1 minute.
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Immediately add the remaining ingredients, except for the diced tomatoes that are reserved to add at the end.
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Simmer over low heat for about half an hour before tossing in the remaining diced tomatoes and simmering for another few minutes.
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If you prefer a smoother, less chunky sauce, just puree it with an immersion blender or in a blender or food processor when it cools.
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Store in 16 ounce plastic containers in the freezer.