Ingredients for Capers Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Sauce
- 2 tablespoons capers (with brine)
- Italian Style Peeled Tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- Ground Beef
- Ground Pork
- Onion
- Garlic Cloves
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon dried basil (or 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- Fresh Basil
- Fresh Oregano
- Carrots
- Bell Pepper
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How to Make Capers Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Sauce
- Finely chop 1 medium onion and 2 cloves garlic. Sauté in 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large fry pan until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add 1 pound ground beef and 1/2 pound ground pork. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and brown over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat with a spoon, for about 8-10 minutes.
- Before the meat is fully cooked, reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed plum tomatoes, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 tablespoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 2 tablespoons capers (with their brine).
- Add 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped.
- (Optional) Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat, or a pinch of sugar to balance acidity.
- Simmer uncovered over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve over your favorite pasta and garnish with fresh basil (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
39 g
Sugar
42g
Fat
41g
Carbs
5g
