Best 18 Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Pasta with fresh tomato sauce is a classic Italian dish that is both simple to make and incredibly delicious. The combination of sweet tomatoes, savory garlic, and aromatic basil creates a flavor combination that is sure to please everyone. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, pasta with fresh tomato sauce is a great choice. In this article, we'll share the best recipe for pasta with fresh tomato sauce, along with tips and tricks for making the perfect dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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Starting with fresh tomatoes keeps the sodium levels low in this recipe. Recipe is from Family Circle.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 22m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb penne pasta
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat 2 T of the olive oil in a medium-size saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
  • Add tomatoes, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and tomato paste to pan and turn heat to medium-high.
  • Cook for about 10 minutes or until tomatoes have begun to lose their shape.
  • Stir in remaining tablespoon olive oil and basil.
  • Place pasta in large bowl and stir in sauce and Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.1, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 252.1, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 5.4

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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This pasta dish is wonderful served with a green salad. The best thing about it is that you can put this meal together in just a few minutes.

Provided by kelcampbell

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
½ cup Italian dressing
¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place the penne pasta in the pot, cook 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the tomatoes, Italian dressing, basil, red onion, and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.8 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 247.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

FRESH TOMATO PASTA SAUCE



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This is a wonderful sauce to make with fresh home grown tomatoes. I freeze this after its made for use as a quick and easy pasta meal. This sauce even tastes better the next day! It is the perfect way to use an abundance of tomotoes!

Provided by Tisme

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h

Yield 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 brown onion (large)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 kg medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon cracked black peppercorns
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan, cook the onion and garlic together, stiriing until the onion is soft. Add the tomatoes, salt and wine and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, simmer uncovered for 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove bay leaves from sauce.
  • When cooled refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Use sauce as desired.

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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The recipe for the make-ahead fresh tomato sauce came from a Neapolitan farmer. He readies it before dawn to "cook" before heading out to the fields; throughout the day, the flavors of the garlic, tomatoes, olive oil, and basil all meld together.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
6 medium tomatoes
6 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
Coarse salt
1 pound pasta (fusilli or spaghetti)
Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Make chile oil: Stir together 1/2 cup oil and 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes. Let stand at room temperature at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.
  • Make sauce: Core tomatoes and tear into bite-size pieces directly into a serving bowl. Add garlic, remaining 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, the oregano, basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and remaining 1/2 cup oil. Lightly crush together using a wooden spoon. Let stand at room temperature 1 to 8 hours.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add salt to taste. Add pasta; cook until al dente. Drain. Add hot pasta to tomato mixture. Discard garlic cloves. Serve with Parmesan cheese for grating and with the chile oil for drizzling.

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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Capture the pure taste of summer with this pasta. The secret: using raw, fresh tomatoes that have never seen the inside of a refrigerator for the tomato sauce. Recipe copyright 2012 by Eugenia Bone.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/4 pounds unrefrigerated ripe tomatoes (preferably plum)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped garlic (from 2 garlic cloves), plus more if desired
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound spaghetti or spaghettini
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Finely chop tomatoes, basil, parsley, and garlic, and mix together with oil (or pulse ingredients, including oil, in a food processor to blend).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain pasta, and toss it in a serving bowl with the raw sauce. Transfer to 6 shallow bowls, and drizzle with oil. Serve with cheese.

SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH TOMATO AND BASIL SAUCE



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This recipe came to The Times in 2003 from the chef Scott Conant, who was then cooking at his restaurant L'Impero in Manhattan. It is simple, classic Italian fare that makes the most of summer's tomatoes, but you can also make it with hothouse offerings and it will be delicious.

Provided by The New York Times

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds fresh plum tomatoes, blanched, peeled, seeded and quartered
3 ounces olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pinch crushed red-pepper flakes
1 pound dry spaghetti
2 ounces extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
6 leaves fresh basil, shredded
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Blanch the tomatoes and remove the skins. Cut in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Cut the tomatoes crosswise. Set aside in a bowl.
  • Heat 3 ounces olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until it smokes slightly. Add tomatoes, salt, pepper and crushed red pepper. Since the tomatoes will reduce and the salt will be concentrated, it is better to season initially with a lighter hand.
  • Chop the tomatoes with a potato masher until they are in fine chunks and all their liquid is released. Be sure they are chopped and crushed fine, for a semichunky sauce. Simmer for 25 minutes over medium heat.
  • While the sauce simmers, heat the water for the pasta. Cook the spaghetti in salted water about half of the way cooked. Drain, reserving some of the water.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add the pasta to the sauce and cook over medium-high heat until all the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is al dente. If the sauce is over-reduced, use the pasta cooking liquid to adjust it.
  • At the last moment, remove the pan from the heat; add the extra-virgin olive oil, butter, basil and cheese. Mix thoroughly until the pasta is an orangy color. Taste again and adjust the salt if necessary. Remove to a platter. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 852, UnsaturatedFat 32 grams, Carbohydrate 99 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1167 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FRESH TOMATO PASTA



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This is an extremely simple pasta recipe that I love to make when I don't really feel like cooking! I use rigatoni, but you can use whatever pasta you prefer. This is especially delicious with tomatoes fresh from your garden. Serve with garlic bread and a simple lettuce salad with Italian dressing.

Provided by Langu

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 22m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package dry pasta
1 clove garlic
1 medium tomato
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  • Coarsely chop the tomato and transfer to a small bowl. Sprinkle the tomato chunks with basil, olive oil, and salt. Set aside.
  • Once the water is boiling, stir in the rigatoni, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander, and then return the pasta to the pot.
  • Pour the tomato mixture over the pasta and toss to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.5 calories, Carbohydrate 82.2 g, Cholesterol 134.4 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 33.4 mg, Sugar 7 g

SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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When my mom made this spaghetti sauce, the house would smell so good that I'd open the windows to torture the neighbors. It even tastes wonderful the next day, when the flavors have really melded. -Vera Schulze, Holbrook, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 pounds plum tomatoes, chopped (about 5 cups)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1 teaspoon sugar, optional
Grated Romano cheese
Additional basil

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 20-25 minutes. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain., Stir 1/4 cup basil and, if desired, sugar into sauce. Serve over spaghetti. Top with cheese and additional basil. Freeze option: Freeze cooled sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 607mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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Make and share this Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marz7215

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 22m

Yield 1 pasta dish, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb penne
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
7 medium ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 2-1/2 pounds)
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a medium-size saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
  • Add tomatoes, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and tomato paste to pan and turn heat to medium-high. Cook for about 10 minutes or until tomatoes have begun to lose their shape. Stir in remaining tablespoon olive oil and basil.
  • Place pasta in large bowl and stir in sauce and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.4, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 254.1, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 3, Protein 5.8

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Salt
3 tablespoons butter or olive oil
1 1/2 to 2 pounds tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped
1 pound linguine, spaghetti or other long pasta
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and salt it. Place the butter or oil in an 8- or 10-inch skillet, and turn heat to medium. When butter melts or oil is hot, add tomatoes and turn heat to high.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes begin to juice up, then turn the heat to low and keep warm, stirring occasionally, while you cook pasta.
  • Cook pasta until it is tender but firm. Drain, and toss with tomatoes and cheese. Season with salt and pepper, toss again and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 403, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 523 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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I have been cooking a version of this dish practically since I first encountered it in a "60-Minute Gourmet" column, the brainchild of the late Pierre Franey, in January 1986. Why Pierre published the recipe in mid-winter is a mystery. To make the sauce my way you chop tomatoes; you put them in fat, whether that's olive oil, butter or, I suppose, rendered bacon fat; you cook them until they've broken down a bit and given up their liquid; and you dress pasta with the resulting sauce. (Pierre peeled the tomatoes first, because that was his style. He was a chef!) With good tomatoes, you can make this sauce in its most basic form - with no more than tomato, oil and salt - and it will be terrific. But you can jazz it up in a variety of ways; butter in place of oil changes its character noticeably. Parmesan is an obvious and welcome addition. Cooking a bit of chopped onion or minced garlic in the butter or oil - with or without rosemary, tarragon or thyme - before adding the tomatoes adds depth. Chopped basil at the end ... well, to me this is practically essential.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, pastas, appetizer, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Salt
3 to 5 tablespoons butter or olive oil
1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 pound linguine or other long pasta
1/2 cup shredded fresh basil leaves, if desired
Freshly grated Parmesan, if desired

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it. Put the butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat; when the oil is hot or the butter's foam subsides, add the tomatoes.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break up, about 10 minutes, adding salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Meanwhile, cook the pasta until done; drain.
  • Toss together pasta and sauce, along with basil and Parmesan, if you like. Taste and adjust the seasoning and serve.

FRESH TOMATO PASTA



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Garden-fresh veggies and herbs blend together beautifully in this flavorful pasta sauce recipe from our Test Kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium tomatoes
1-1/4 cups uncooked penne pasta
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Make a slit in each tomato. Place tomatoes in boiling water for 1 minute; drain. When cool enough to handle, remove skins and discard. Seed and chop tomatoes; set aside., Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute the green pepper, onion and garlic in oil for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Stir in basil and oregano. Drain pasta; toss with tomato mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE BURST CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE



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Juicy sweet cherry tomatoes burst open in warm olive oil, creating a luxuriously silky sauce that comes together in minutes.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Basil     Healthy     Small Plates

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound pasta
Kosher salt
1/2 cup olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 pints cherry tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of sugar
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
Freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a 12" skillet or wide heavy saucepan over medium-high. Add garlic, then tomatoes, pepper, sugar, and 1 tsp. salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes burst and release their juices to form a sauce, 6-8 minutes.
  • Toss pasta with tomato sauce and basil. Top with Parmesan.

SPAGHETTI SAUCE WITH FRESH TOMATOES



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Made with fresh tomatoes! Wonderful taste. Serve over spaghetti noodles and add grated Parmesan cheese as desired.

Provided by Susan Bryan Willingham

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup olive oil
1 onion, chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
4 pounds fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic powder; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, sugar, basil, parsley, and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 304.3 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

CAPELLINI POMODORO (PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE)



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Years ago, an Italian restaurant served a dish called capellini pomodoro which I ordered often, sometimes adding grilled chicken or shrimp to the pasta. This is my own quick version.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Pasta by Shape

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ pounds Roma tomatoes
1 pound capellini pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 leaves basil, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water.
  • Score a shallow "x" in the bottom of the tomatoes. Add tomatoes to the boiling water and cook uncovered until skin starts to peel off, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Peel tomatoes.
  • Transfer peeled tomatoes to a food mill, and process until smooth.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain, saving 1/4 cup of the pasta water for the sauce.
  • While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over low heat. Add garlic and salt and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add pureed tomatoes and as much pasta water as desired. Simmer until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Divide pasta amongst 4 serving bowls. Top with tomato sauce and sprinkle with fresh basil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.4 calories, Carbohydrate 69.7 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 726.5 mg

SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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Bashing tomatoes, chilli, sugar and shallots together in a pestle and mortar helps to bring out the flavours for a delicious no-cook pasta sauce. Make it more indulgent with creamy burrata cheese

Provided by Sarah Cook

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

200g spaghetti or linguine
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
2 shallots , finely chopped
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
zest 1 lemon
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tsp caster sugar
300g tomato , diced
125g ball mozzarella or burrata (see tip, below), torn into pieces
handful basil leaves , torn, to serve

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Meanwhile, put the chilli, shallots, oil, lemon zest, vinegar, sugar and tomatoes into a big mortar. If yours isn't big enough, put it all in a bowl and just use the pestle in that. Add a good amount of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and bash everything together.
  • Drain the pasta and toss together with the tomato mixture and mozzarella. Scatter over the basil and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 78 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: spaghetti, olive oil, garlic, cherry tomato, salt, pepper, white wine, parmesan cheese, fresh basil

Provided by Jody Duits

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups cherry tomato
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 cup white wine
1 cup parmesan cheese
½ cup fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti in boiling salted water until it's al dente. Reserve 1 cup (235 ml) of the pasta water before draining.
  • While the spaghetti is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan (it should be large enough to toss the pasta in). Add garlic and tomatoes, and stir until well-incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook tomatoes down for 5 minutes until they soften and release some of their juices.
  • Then add the wine and allow that to reduce for 5-10 minutes until you're left with a syrupy sauce.
  • Add the pasta to your sauce, along with a splash of pasta water and toss to coat it for about 1-2 minutes so the pasta finishes cooking and absorbs the flavor of the sauce.
  • Add the parmesan and basil. Add another small splash of pasta water, if needed. Toss until the cheese is melted down and you're left with a smooth sauce.
  • Gradually add small amounts of pasta water, as needed, until the sauce reaches your desired smoothness.
  • Top off with extra parmesan and basil and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 631 calories, Carbohydrate 95 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 6 grams

QUICK FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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In August and September, when tomatoes are at their ripest, make a batch of fresh tomato sauce. At the market, look for the cracked, slightly bruised tomatoes sold at a discount. The flesh of the tomato should be dense, sweet and blood red. This makes a very fresh- and bright-tasting sauce in a manageable small batch. Take advantage of good tasty tomatoes and fill a few zip-top bags for the freezer.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     sauces and gravies

Time 30m

Yield About 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds tomatoes
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 garlic clove, halved
1 basil sprig
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Cut tomatoes in half horizontally. Squeeze out the seeds and discard, if you wish. Press the cut side of tomato against the large holes of a box grater and grate tomato flesh into a bowl. Discard skins. You should have about 4 cups.
  • Put tomato pulp in a low wide saucepan over high heat. Add salt, olive oil, tomato paste, garlic, basil and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a brisk simmer.
  • Reduce the sauce by almost half, stirring occasionally, to produce about 2 1/2 cups medium-thick sauce, 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust salt. It will keep up to 5 days in the refrigerator or may be frozen.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 133, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 397 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will make a big difference in the flavor of your sauce. Choose tomatoes that are deep red and juicy, and avoid any that are bruised or damaged.
  • Roast your tomatoes: Roasting tomatoes intensifies their flavor and sweetness. To roast tomatoes, simply toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-45 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly caramelized.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, and thyme, add a bright, herbaceous flavor to tomato sauce. Add them to the sauce towards the end of cooking, so that they retain their flavor.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: Tomato sauce should be simmered gently for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 1 hour. Overcooking the sauce will make it lose its flavor and become too thick.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

Pasta with fresh tomato sauce is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this pasta with fresh tomato sauce recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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