Best 2 Simple Red Sauce With Pasta Recipes

When it comes to simple yet satisfying meals, few dishes can top a plate of pasta tossed in a rich and flavorful red sauce. With its vibrant color, robust taste, and versatility, red sauce pasta has become a staple in kitchens worldwide. Its popularity lies in the ease of preparation and the endless possibilities for customization. Whether you prefer a classic tomato-based sauce, a creamy vodka sauce, or a spicy arrabbiata, there's a red sauce recipe out there to suit every palate. With a few basic ingredients and a little culinary creativity, you can create a delicious red sauce pasta dish that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE RED SAUCE WITH PASTA

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A delicious, easy sauce that works every time. The key to this recipe is fresh ingredients and a healthy appetite!

Provided by Dayna Kennison

Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
6 slices bacon
½ teaspoon chopped garlic
1 red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tomatoes, chopped
1 green chile peppers, diced
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 leaves fresh basil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large pot with boiling salted water cook penne pasta until al dente. Drain well.
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet cook the bacon strips until mostly cooked, but not crisp. Remove from pan, break into bite size pieces. Drain bacon grease from pan. Return cooked bacon to pan, add minced garlic, chopped red onion, olive oil and chili pepper. Saute until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add chopped tomatoes, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Pour ingredients into a large bowl. Add additional grated Parmesan cheese to top and serve immediately over cooked and drained pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740 calories, Carbohydrate 89.7 g, Cholesterol 39.6 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 553.5 mg, Sugar 8 g

EASY RED PASTA SAUCE

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Plain, simple, no frills, basic red sauce that tastes great on a variety of pasta and is not watered down. For making a good sauce, use canned tomatoes. Except for the summer months, the 'fresh' tomatoes are usually harvested when green and left a long time to ripen. Add more red pepper flakes if you like your sauce spicy!

Provided by Jody Chinn

Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic
¼ cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried basil
ground black pepper to taste
1 (29 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes, drained
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
12 ounces angel hair pasta

Steps:

In a medium saucepan over low heat, warm oil and saute garlic; heat through until the garlic turns translucent, not brown. Add onion and cook over low heat until translucent; 5 to 10 minutes.
Add parsley, basil and ground black pepper; stir. Add tomatoes and cover; raise heat to medium and bring to a strong simmer. Lower heat and add red pepper flakes. Cover saucepan and cook for 25 to 35 minutes.
The sauce can be run in the food processor for 2 to 3 seconds to achieve a more uniform sauce or let the sauce cook over medium-low heat uncovered for 10 minutes or until it thickens.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until al dente; drain and serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 405 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

Tips:

Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your sauce will be.
Roast your tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes before making the sauce will caramelize their natural sugars and give the sauce a deeper, richer flavor.
Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is the key to a great red sauce. Choose an extra virgin olive oil that is flavorful and has a low acidity.
Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the sauce, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the sauce from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to splatter.
Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes: The longer you simmer the sauce, the more flavorful it will be. Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour, to allow the flavors to meld.
Season the sauce to taste: Once the sauce is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired herbs or spices.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you can easily make a delicious and authentic red sauce at home. Serve it with your favorite pasta, or use it as a base for other dishes like lasagna or chicken parmesan. Remember, the best red sauce is the one that you make with love and care. So experiment with different ingredients and techniques until you find a recipe that you and your family enjoy.