Irresistibly Creamy Pink Pasta Sauce: Elevate Your Dinner Game
This delightful Pink Pasta Sauce offers a creamy blend of flavors, perfect for elevating your dining experience.
Equipment
- large pot
- skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 small Shallot (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 cup Heavy Cream or plant-based heavy cream for vegan option
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) or nutritional yeast for vegan option
- 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil for garnish
For the Pasta
- 12 ounces Pasta (Penne or Rigatoni) or your favorite pasta shapes
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Boil Water: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add your pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of the cooking water for later use.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and finely chopped shallot, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for about 2 minutes until the color darkens.
- Incorporate Cream: Lower the heat, pour in the heavy cream and milk, whisking until smooth. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Melt Cheese: Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts completely into the sauce.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing with the sauce. Mix in reserved pasta water if needed.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and black pepper, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
For added brightness, consider a dash of fresh lemon juice before serving.