Ingredients for Sicilian Pasta Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Parsley
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- salt and black pepper to taste
- your favorite pasta, according to package directions
- grated Parmesan Romano cheese, for topping
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 pound beef short ribs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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How to Make Sicilian Pasta Sauce
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced.
- Sauté until the onion is translucent and softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in 1/2 cup dry red wine (like Chianti) and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste, and 1 teaspoon sugar.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 45 minutes, or up to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will be.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, salt, and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cook your favorite pasta according to package directions.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan Romano cheese. Pair with a glass of your favorite Italian wine!
- **Optional:** For a heartier sauce, brown 1 pound Italian sausage or 1 pound beef short ribs before deglazing with wine in step 3. Alternatively, stir in 1 cup ricotta cheese and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese after step 5 and bake in a 400°F (200°C) oven until bubbly and golden brown (about 20-25 minutes).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
15 g
Sugar
46g
Fat
6g
Carbs
5g
