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Pink Sauce Pasta

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Creamy, flavorful pink sauce pasta combines the best of tomato and cream sauces for an irresistible meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 300 g pasta of choice, I used penne
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small red onion, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1.5 cups tomato passata (or puree or sauce-not tomato paste)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube, crumbled
  • pinch sugar
  • sprinkle of red chili flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/31/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, reserving some pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add minced onion and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic and cook for about a minute, just until aromatic.
  4. Stir in tomato passata, dried basil, bouillon cube, sugar, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer briefly.
  5. Reduce heat to low, then add cream and milk, stirring continuously to incorporate.
  6. Add shredded mozzarella and stir until melted and sauce is smooth.
  7. Transfer the drained pasta into the sauce and toss well to coat evenly. If needed, add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese or fresh herbs if desired.

 

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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