Best 7 Tuscan Red White Green Pasta Sauce Recipes

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Immerse yourself in the culinary legacy of Tuscany with our exploration of the tantalizing "Tuscan red white green pasta sauce". This vibrant sauce, steeped in the region's rich culinary traditions, draws upon the emblematic colors of Tuscany's flag - red, white, and green - to weave an epicurean tapestry of flavors. With this article as your guide, uncover the secrets of crafting this delectable sauce, where sun-ripened tomatoes meet tender spinach and creamy white beans, all bound together by the magic of aromatic garlic and flavorful herbs. As you venture into the heart of Tuscan cuisine, this culinary journey promises to transform your pasta dishes into masterpieces, paying homage to the region's rich culinary heritage.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY TUSCAN PASTA SAUCE



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Provided by Mel

Categories     30-Minute Meal

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic (finely minced or pressed through a garlic press)
1/2 tablespoon dried basil
8 ounces cream cheese (softened and cut into 8 pieces)
1 (8-ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes (rinsed, drained and chopped)
2 cups milk
6 ounces Parmesan cheese (grated (about 2 cups))
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (more to taste, if needed)
Diced fresh tomatoes (fresh basil for topping (optional))

Steps:

  • In a medium pot or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, taking care not to let the garlic burn. Stir in the dried basil. Add the cream cheese, stirring with a whisk until the mixture is smooth. It will look curdled at first, but with constant whisking for 2-3 minutes, it should come together to form a smooth, creamy paste. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Over medium heat, add the milk gradually, about 1/4 cup at a time, whisking quickly and constantly until each addition is incorporated fully into the sauce. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, pepper and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is the desired consistency, 5-10 minutes. Serve over hot, cooked noodles.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 442 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 964 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 20 g

TUSCAN PASTA SAUCE



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Provided by Trish Magwood

Categories     Italian,Olives,Party Favourites,pasta,side,Summer,tomatoes

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 Tbsp (50 mL) vegetable oil
1 red onion, diced
1 shallot, minced
2 clove garlic, minced
1 cup (250 mL) white wine
1 can 28 oz (796 mL) diced tomatoes, drained
1 ½ cup (375 mL) 35 % cream
⅓ cup (75 mL) kalamata olives
¼ cup (50 mL) capers
Kosher salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onions and shallots until soft and translucent, about 7 minutes. Add garlic, and continue cooking for 1 additional minute. Add wine, and simmer, until reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Add tomatoes and simmer for 20 minutes. Add cream, olives and capers and simmer for about 7 minutes.Adjust seasoning to taste.

TUSCAN RED, WHITE & GREEN PASTA SAUCE



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I came up with this on a night I didn't feel like working in the kitchen. A quick-to-fix pasta sauce using frozen spinach and canned beans and tomatoes. The only chopping needed is for the onion and garlic and you can even buy those pre-chopped, too! Prep time does not include thawing the spinach.

Provided by smashmac

Categories     European

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 honeysuckle white brand sweet Italian turkey sausage links
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste
1 teaspoon italian seasoning, to taste
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 ounce) can great northern beans or 1 (14 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed
1/2-1 cup beef broth, as needed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or Dutch oven brown sausage with red pepper and Italian seasoning (I squeeze it out of the casing so it crumbles like ground beef).
  • Add onion and garlic, sautee until onion is translucent but not brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Add beans, tomatoes and spinach and stir well.
  • Add beef broth a little at a time, stirring as you add, until you get the desired consistency (mine was very chunky).
  • Simmer covered about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  • Serve over pasta of your choice.

TUSCAN PASTA SAUCE



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This recipe by Trish Magwood is so good and so easy to make, a perfect recipe for during the week when you don't have a lot of time but want something a little more special for dinner.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 red onion, diced
1 shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup white wine
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/3 cup kalamata olive, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup capers
kosher salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
  • Cook the onion and shallot until soft and translucent, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and continue cooking for 1 additional minute.
  • Add the wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the cream, olives and capers and simmer for about 7 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve over your favourite pasta!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.7, Fat 44.8, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 122.3, Sodium 821.7, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 9.3, Protein 4.2

TUSCAN GREEN SAUCE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     condiments, side dish

Time 10m

Yield Eight servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 red bell pepper, minced
1 cup minced Italian flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 gherkin pickles, minced
3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and minced
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1/2 cup mashed potatoes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the bell pepper, parsley, cayenne, gherkins, capers, olive oil and vinegar in a bowl and stir to combine. Add the mashed potatoes and beat to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste and serve with the boiled meat and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 260, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 351 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

ITALIAN PASTA SAUCE



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I picked up this recipe when I lived in Italy; everyone loves it. Thought it was time to share! The Merlot and chicken granules are very important ingredients that set this recipes aside from other sauces.

Provided by Celeste Debruzzi

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

Time 1h15m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 (28 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
¾ cup Merlot wine
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
3 tablespoons dried basil leaves
3 tablespoons Italian seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until the onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Sit tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, wine, tomato paste, chicken bouillon granules, basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper with the onion mixture. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer, stirring frequently, for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 788.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

TUSCAN SAUSAGE RAGU



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A thick, rich meat sauce excellent with rigatoni, rotelle or any other thick pasta.

Provided by TerryWilson

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

Time 6h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage
1 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
1 large red onion, diced
2 ribs celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup dry red wine
1 (28 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
salt to taste
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the sweet and hot Italian sausage until browned, about 10 minutes. Break the meat up into crumbles as it cooks. Stir in the onion, celery, and garlic; cook and stir until the onion is translucent, about 8 more minutes. Pour the mixture into a slow cooker. Pour red wine into the skillet, and stir to dissolve the brown flavor bits from the bottom of the skillet. Pour the wine into the slow cooker. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and salt to taste. Mix well.
  • Cover the slow cooker, set to Low, and cook for 5 hours. Pour in the cream, stir, cover, and cook for 1 more hour. Adjust salt again if necessary, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1241.3 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Tips:

  • Prep Ingredients: Before you start cooking, measure and prep all the ingredients. This will make the cooking process smoother and more efficient.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients greatly impacts the final dish. Whenever possible, opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor.
  • Don't Crowd the Pan: When cooking the sausage, avoid overcrowding the pan. This will prevent even cooking and result in steamed sausage rather than browned sausage.
  • Saute Vegetables: Before adding the tomatoes, saute the onions, garlic, and peppers until softened. This step enhances their flavor and adds depth to the sauce.
  • Simmer Sauce: After combining all ingredients, let the sauce simmer for at least 15-20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Cook Pasta Al Dente: Cook the pasta according to package instructions, aiming for al dente (slightly firm to the bite) texture.
  • Reserve Pasta Water: Save some pasta water before draining. This starchy water can be added to the sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Finish with Herbs and Cheese: Just before serving, stir in fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor and richness.

Conclusion:

This Tuscan Red, White, and Green Pasta Sauce is a symphony of flavors, combining the vibrant colors and tastes of Italy. With its rich tomato base, savory sausage, and fresh herbs, this sauce is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Whether you serve it with pasta, chicken, or vegetables, this sauce will transport you to the heart of Tuscany with every bite. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's cook!

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