Ingredients

  • 1 whole Wheat Pizza Dough
  • 28 ounces, weight San Marzano Tomatoes, Drained
  • 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
  • 1/4 cups Juice From Drained San Marzano Tomatoes
  • 5 ounces, weight Sliced Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves

Method

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Place dough in a round 2-3 inch deep pan -I used a baking stone.
  • Cut off any extra pieces of the dough that hang over the top with a knife.
  • Place tomatoes in a food processor and crush.
  • In a medium saucepan heat the oil over medium heat; add garlic and stir.
  • Add tomatoes, salt and oregano to the saucepan.
  • Add about 1/4 cup of tomato juice that was drained from the tomato can into the saucepan; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to a low heat and simmer for 35 minutes or until sauce thickens; stir occasionally.
  • Spread sauce on the top of the dough, you may not use it all.
  • Top it off with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Sprinkle basil on top and serve.