Smoky Whole Peeled Tomato Pizza Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Pour the olive oil into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.

3. 3

   Add the smoked paprika and stir for 30 seconds to release its aroma.

4. 4

   Pour in the whole peeled tomatoes (with their juices). Use a spoon or potato masher to break up the tomatoes into small pieces.

5. 5

   Stir in the dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

6. 6

   Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

7. 7

   Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend to your preferred texture.

9. 9

   Let the sauce cool slightly before using on your pizza dough, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.