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Lou Malnati's Pizza Sauce Recipe

Lou Malnati's Pizza Sauce Recipe

John
Lou Malnati's Pizza Sauce Recipe is famous in Chicago. This sauce makes deep-dish pizza taste amazing. It has thick chunks and great flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Souce
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 45 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in pot.
  • Add onion. Cook until soft.
  • Add garlic. Cook one minute.
  • Add tomatoes to pot.
  • Add all spices.
  • Mix everything well.
  • Cook on low heat.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Stir every few minutes.
  • Taste and add more salt if needed.

Notes

  1. Use Good Tomatoes: Quality tomatoes make the best Lou Malnati's Pizza Sauce Recipe.
  2. Don't Burn Garlic: Cook garlic quickly to avoid bitter taste.
  3. Cook Slowly: Low heat makes better flavor.
  4. Taste Often: Add salt little by little.
  5. Make Extra: This sauce keeps well in the fridge.
Keyword Lou Malnati’s Pizza Sauce Recipe