New York Style Pizza Sauce

By pattie_d

Ingredients

• 1 can (14.5 ounces)diced tomatoes in juice (see KITCHEN NOTE)
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, or 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 3/4 teaspoon table salt or 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, including the juice from the can, the tomato paste, olive oil, basil, oregano, sugar, garlic and salt. Taste and add more salt, if desired. Use immediately, or store in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up 2 months. Bring to room temperature before using.

Makes about 2 1/2 cups.