If you’re a pizza lover, chances are you know the importance of a good pizza sauce. No matter how delicious your toppings are, the sauce is what ties everything together and adds that burst of flavor to your favorite pie. While store-bought pizza sauce is convenient, making your own canned pizza sauce is not only easy but also ensures that you have a flavorful and preservative-free option on hand whenever a pizza craving strikes.

Making your own canned pizza sauce allows you to control the ingredients and customize the flavor to your liking. It also allows you to make a large batch and store it for future use, saving you time and money in the long run. Plus, nothing beats the satisfaction of knowing that you made something from scratch.

To get started, you’ll need a few simple ingredients, most of which you likely already have in your pantry. Here’s a basic DIY canned pizza sauce recipe to try:

Ingredients:
– 2 (14-ounce) cans of crushed tomatoes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 small onion, minced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced onion and garlic and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

3. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help the flavors meld together and the sauce to thicken.

4. Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.

5. Using a blender or an immersion blender, puree the sauce until smooth. If you prefer a chunky sauce, simply skip this step.

6. Transfer the sauce to sterilized canning jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top. Wipe the jar rims clean, then place the lids on top and screw the bands on until fingertip-tight.

7. Process the jars in a boiling water canner for 35 minutes (adjusting for altitude if necessary). Once processed, remove the jars and let them cool completely before storing them in a cool, dark place.

Now that you have your own homemade canned pizza sauce, you can use it on your favorite homemade pizzas, or even as a dipping sauce for breadsticks or calzones. The possibilities are endless!

So the next time you’re in the mood for pizza, consider making your own canned pizza sauce. Not only will you have the satisfaction of creating something delicious from scratch, but you’ll also have a pantry staple that will elevate your pizza game to a whole new level. Give it a try and see for yourself just how easy and rewarding it can be!