Follow these steps for perfect results
Cooking spray
for coating
Onion
finely chopped
Garlic
minced
White wine
Tomato paste
Dried oregano
Black pepper
freshly ground
Crushed red pepper
Crushed tomatoes
undrained
Balsamic vinegar
Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
Coat the pan with cooking spray.
Add finely chopped onion and saute for 3 minutes until tender.
Add minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
Stir in white wine and cook for 30 seconds.
Add tomato paste, dried oregano, crushed red pepper, and freshly ground black pepper.
Add crushed tomatoes.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in balsamic vinegar.
Cool before using.
Expert advice for the best results
For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to puree the sauce before cooling.
Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper to control the spiciness.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be made 2-3 days in advance.
Dollop generously on pizza base.
Serve warm over pizza dough.
Use as a dipping sauce for breadsticks.
Pairs well with tomato-based sauces.
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