Rustic Homemade Pizza Sauce

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   Puree diced tomatoes to desired consistency (we like ours a bit chunky).

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   In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, onion, garlic, Italian seasonings, salt and pepper.

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   Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

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   Allow to simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes; continue stirring occasionally.

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   If sauce is splattering, loosely cover with a screen or off-set lid.

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   Wonderful on pizza or as a dipping sauce.

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   Fresh onion and garlic are also delicious; saute in a bit of olive oil til soft and then add remaining ingredients.

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   And if you have fresh herbs, all the better!

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   You can drain juice off tomatoes before pureeing, if you like a thicker sauce.

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    Recipe freezes and doubles well.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.