| Pizza Sauce 1 12 ounce can tomato paste 1.5 Cups water 1 teaspoon ground oregano 1/2 teaspoon basil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 sugar 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon onion powder 1/8 teaspoon msg (optional) Measure dry ingredients into a small container, mix together well, and set aside. In a medium sized saucepan, combine tomato paste with water over medium heat until it has a unifom consistency. When it begins to bubble, add pre-measured spices and reduce heat to medium-low. Allow to simmer, uncovered, 35 to 40 minutes until it reaches desired thickness. Stir occasionally. Cover and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate in an airtight container until needed, (up to 4 weeks). Makes about 2 1/4 cups...enough for 3 - 12" pizzas. |