Add all the ingredients to a medium mixing bowl and mix together with a wire whisk.
15 ounce can tomato sauce, 6 ounce can tomato paste, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, ½ tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon onion powder
Notes
Don’t be shy about taking a spoonful and adjusting the salt, sugar, or spices to your personal preference.
If your canned tomatoes are too acidic, a bit more sugar helps balance the flavor.
For an ultra-smooth sauce, blend it briefly with an immersion blender or in a food processor.
The better the canned tomatoes and olive oil, the better your sauce will taste. It’s the key ingredient to making the best sauces.
Let your ingredients stand at room temperature for a few minutes to blend flavors more easily.
Experiment with different tomato paste or whole tomatoes brands; some might have less citric acid or a different natural flavor you prefer.