Pizza sauce

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 fat garlic clove, crushed

2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes

3 tbsp tomato purée

1 bay leaf

2 tbsp dried oregano

2 tsp brown sugar

1 small bunch basil, finely chopped

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 50 minutes

Serves: 4-6 people

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Our rich tomato pizza sauce is achieved by cooking it over a low heat until thickened and glossy. It's easy to make and is perfect for pizza night!

METHOD

Step 1: Heat the oil in a saucepan over a low heat, then add the onion along with a generous pinch of salt. Fry gently for 12-15 mins or until the onion has softened and is turning translucent. Add the garlic and fry for a further min. Tip in the tomatoes and purée along with the bay, oregano and sugar. Bring to the boil and lower the heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 30-35 mins or until thickened and reduced. Season. For a really smooth sauce, blitz with a stick blender, otherwise leave as is.

Step 2: Stir the basil into the sauce.

The sauce will cover 4-6 large pizza bases. Keeps well in the fridge for 1 week or stored in a container in the freezer.

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