Ingredients for Pink Mediterranean Pasta Sauce
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- Olive Oil
- Garlic Cloves
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- Red Bell Pepper
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Vegetable Stock
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Penne
- Salt And Black Pepper
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How to Make Pink Mediterranean Pasta Sauce
- Finely chop the onion and bell pepper. Mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet, soften the chopped onion in 2 tablespoons of water over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes until translucent.
- Add the olive oil, minced garlic, and sauté for another 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant and starting to caramelize.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Increase the heat to medium-high until the sauce comes to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the bell pepper is tender.
- Meanwhile, cook your pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water.
- Once the sauce has simmered, carefully transfer it to a food processor or blender. Add 2-4 tablespoons of vegetable stock or water for desired consistency. Blend until smooth.
- Return the blended sauce to the skillet. Stir in the chopped basil. Cover and keep warm.
- Drain the cooked pasta and add it back to the pot.
- Pour the sauce over the pasta and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Enjoy with a fresh side salad!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
15g
Fat
2g
Carbs
22g
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