Best 2 Chunky Vegetable Sauce Recipes

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In the realm of culinary artistry, few dishes offer the vibrancy, heartiness, and versatility of a chunky vegetable sauce. Whether you seek a robust accompaniment to pasta, a flavorful topping for pizza, or a delectable standalone dish, this culinary creation promises a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With the abundance of fresh vegetables available, the possibilities for creating a chunky vegetable sauce are endless. From the earthy sweetness of bell peppers and the delicate crunch of carrots to the robust depth of tomatoes and the vibrant tang of spinach, each ingredient brings its unique charm to the table.

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RIGATONI WITH CHUNKY VEGETABLE SAUCE



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Skip the heavy bolognese and opt instead for a lighter, vegetable-based sauce that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced medium
2 medium zucchini, diced medium
1/2 pound cremini or button mushrooms, trimmed and quartered
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) tomato puree
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, coarsely chopped
1 pound rigatoni

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and mushrooms and cook until vegetables soften slightly, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add tomato puree, season with salt and pepper, and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a rapid simmer and cook until zucchini is crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in oregano.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain pasta and add to sauce, tossing to combine and adding enough pasta water to create a sauce that coats pasta. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 14 g

CHUNKY VEGETABLE SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Finely chop 4 shallots, 1 carrot and 1 celery stalk. Saute in a skillet over medium heat with 2 tablespoons butter and 2 thyme sprigs, about 6 minutes. Add 1/3 cup white wine and boil until evaporated, then add 4 cups Perfect Marinara Sauce (see Cook's Note) and cook 3 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter and season with salt and pepper. Toss with pappardelle.
  • Photograph Kang Kim

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use pre-chopped vegetables for this recipe.
  • If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use water instead.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this sauce, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • This sauce can be used as a pasta sauce, a pizza sauce, or a dipping sauce for vegetables.
  • You can also freeze this sauce for later use.

Conclusion:

This chunky vegetable sauce is a delicious and versatile recipe that can be used in a variety of ways. It's perfect for busy weeknights, as it can be made quickly and easily with ingredients you probably already have on hand. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful sauce, give this recipe a try!

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