Best Homemade Pizza Sauce and Toppings Recipes

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Best Homemade Pizza Sauce and Toppings Recipes

Creating the perfect pizza at home starts with a delicious sauce and creative toppings. Here are some recipes and tips to make your homemade pizza truly exceptional.

Best Homemade Pizza Sauce and Toppings Recipes
Best Homemade Pizza Sauce and Toppings Recipes

Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional, for thicker sauce)

Instructions:

  1. Heat Olive Oil: In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
  3. Add Tomatoes: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add tomato paste if you prefer a thicker sauce.
  4. Simmer: Bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook, uncovered, for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  6. Cool: Let the sauce cool before using it on your pizza.

Best Pizza Toppings Combinations

1. Margherita Pizza

  • Sauce: Classic tomato sauce
  • Toppings: Fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves, drizzle of olive oil
  • Finish: Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt

2. Pepperoni Pizza

  • Sauce: Spicy tomato sauce (add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the base sauce)
  • Toppings: Sliced pepperoni, mozzarella cheese
  • Finish: Oregano sprinkle

3. Veggie Delight

  • Sauce: Tomato sauce with a hint of garlic
  • Toppings: Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese
  • Finish: Fresh arugula after baking

4. BBQ Chicken Pizza

  • Sauce: BBQ sauce
  • Toppings: Cooked chicken breast (shredded), red onions, mozzarella cheese, cilantro
  • Finish: Drizzle of extra BBQ sauce

5. Hawaiian Pizza

  • Sauce: Tomato sauce
  • Toppings: Ham, pineapple chunks, mozzarella cheese
  • Finish: A sprinkle of crispy bacon bits

6. Four Cheese Pizza

  • Sauce: White sauce (mix of ricotta and a touch of garlic)
  • Toppings: Mozzarella, Parmesan, Gorgonzola, Fontina
  • Finish: Drizzle with honey for a sweet contrast

7. Meat Lover’s Pizza

  • Sauce: Tomato sauce
  • Toppings: Pepperoni, sausage, ham, bacon, mozzarella cheese
  • Finish: Crushed red pepper flakes

8. Pesto Pizza

  • Sauce: Basil pesto
  • Toppings: Sliced cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, pine nuts
  • Finish: Fresh basil leaves

9. Mediterranean Pizza

  • Sauce: Tomato sauce
  • Toppings: Feta cheese, black olives, red onions, spinach, artichoke hearts, sundried tomatoes
  • Finish: Drizzle of olive oil

10. Buffalo Chicken Pizza

  • Sauce: Buffalo sauce mixed with a bit of tomato sauce
  • Toppings: Cooked chicken breast (shredded), red onions, mozzarella cheese, blue cheese crumbles
  • Finish: Fresh celery leaves after baking

Tips for the Perfect Homemade Pizza

  1. Use a Pizza Stone: Preheat your pizza stone in the oven to get a crispy crust.
  2. High Heat: Bake your pizza at a high temperature (around 475°F to 500°F) for the best results.
  3. Thin Layer of Sauce: Apply a thin layer of sauce to avoid a soggy crust.
  4. Pre-Cook Toppings: Pre-cook certain toppings like sausage or mushrooms to ensure they are fully cooked.
  5. Less is More: Avoid overloading your pizza with too many toppings. It can make the pizza heavy and difficult to cook evenly.

Enjoy experimenting with these recipes and tips to create the perfect homemade pizza that suits your taste!

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