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    How to make pizza sauce from tomato paste

    March 16, 2023 by Tara Buss 2 Comments

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    An easy pizza sauce recipe that can be ready in minutes. Just tomato paste, water, and spices. Such a  simple recipe yet so tasty. You never knew making your own pizza sauce could be so easy.

    homemade pizza sauce dripping from spoon into jar of more sauceFor years on Friday night we would have homemade pizza night. We experimented with a variety of pizza doughs and pizza sauces over the years, from complicated to simple.

    I landed on a simple pizza sauce that I created made with tomato paste. It was the right mix of easy and frugal. Give it a try for your next pizza night!

    Easy homemade pizza sauce

    Pizza sauce is one of those things you should never buy from the grocery store. It is way too easy and cheap to make at home than to buy a store-bought pizza sauce. It's on my list of foods to make from scratch for sure!

    Some recipes for pizza sauce are complicated and require cooking. This is not that type of recipe. My homemade pizza sauce uses simple pantry staples, no oil, and does not require any cooking. Just mix together a tin of tomato paste, water, and spices and you have yourself a homemade pizza sauce.

    It can be made in just a couple of minutes, which makes it perfect for whipping up quick tortilla pizzas or English muffin pizzas as a cheap lunch idea.

    Can you use tomato paste as a substitute for pizza sauce?

    Yes! Tomato paste can be mixed with Italian seasoning spices and thinned with water to make a delicious homemade pizza sauce.

    In fact, tomato paste produces a thick sauce that helps prevent a soggy pizza that can result from using thinner and more watery tomato products like tomato puree or whole tomatoes.

    We certainly don't want a soggy bottom pizza!

    Also using tomato paste is one of the budget-friendly ways to make pizza sauce since tomato paste is so cheap!

    Homemade pizza sauce in a glass jar

    Simple Ingredients

    As always I try to keep the ingredient list simple and attainable for everyone.

    • tomato paste: 6oz can that can be found at any store
    • water
    • salt
    • garlic powder
    • oregano
    • thyme
    • fennel seed

    Note: Italian seasoning can be substituted for the oregano, thyme, and fennel seed. Simply use 1 tsp of dried Italian seasoning instead of the oregano, thyme, and fennel seed.

    Basic steps

    The steps could not be easier. No fancy equipment required. No cooking involved.

    1. Place entire 6 oz can of tomato paste into a small bowl.
    2. Add salt, garlic powder, thyme, fennel seeds, and oregano.
    3. Gradually pour in water and mix with a spoon until the sauce is well incorporated and smooth.
    4. Store for later or use immediately to top your favorite pizza dough.
    5. Yields 1 cup of sauce, which is enough sauce for 2 pizzas.

    homemade pizza dough topped with homemade pizza sauce

    Storing homemade pizza sauce

    Leftover pizza sauce can be stored in the fridge or freezer.

    Store in an airtight container or glass jar and place in the refrigerator for up to a week.

    Pizza sauce freezes very well, too so it's a great thing to keep on hand for convenience.

    Store in a freezer-safe container or freezer jar. Alternatively you could also freeze in an ice cube tray or muffin tin. Then when frozen, pop out and keep in a freezer bag. Defrost for individual servings of pizza sauce when the pizza craving strikes.

    Favorite ways to use tomato paste pizza sauce

    This easy homemade pizza sauce recipe can be used in a variety of ways:

    • making homemade pizza
    • as a dipping sauce for breadsticks
    • topping for chicken parmesan
    • pizza quesadillas
    • pizza grilled cheese
    • quick pasta sauce
    homemade pizza sauce dripping from spoon into jar of more sauce
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    Homemade pizza sauce from tomato paste

    A homemade pizza sauce made from tomato paste and simple spices.
    Course condiment
    Cuisine Italian
    Keyword no cook, pantry, pizza
    Prep Time 3 minutes minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Tara Buss

    Ingredients

    • 6 oz tomato paste
    • ½ tsp salt
    • ½ tsp dried oregano
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ¼ tsp dried thyme
    • ¼ tsp fennel seed
    • ½ cup water

    Instructions

    • Open can of tomato paste and add to a small bowl.
    • Add salt, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, and fennel seed.
    • Gradually pour in water and stir until all incorporated and mix thoroughly until smooth.

    Notes

    NOTE: Italian seasoning can be substituted for the oregano, thyme, and fennel seed. Simply use 1 tsp of Italian seasoning instead of the oregano, thyme, and fennel seed.
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    Comments

    1. Diinaus

      March 29, 2023 at 7:43 pm

      Brilliant idea . I used to stock passata and tomato paste in my pantry. I think from now on I will just stock paste . One less item to have on the master grocery list.

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    2. Roland Verduyn

      December 23, 2024 at 12:21 pm

      Our oldest grand kids enjoy making their own pizzas and I think they'll like this pizza sauce. I'll sneak a little fennel in partly because I find it so authentic

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