Best 7 Quick Easy Sicilian Pasta Sauce Recipes

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**Introducing Sicilian Pasta Sauce: A Culinary Journey Through Italy's Diverse Flavors**

Sicilian pasta sauce is a delectable and versatile culinary creation that captures the essence of Italy's rich culinary heritage. Originating from the sun-kissed island of Sicily, this sauce embodies the region's vibrant flavors and diverse ingredients. With its tantalizing blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic components, Sicilian pasta sauce promises to elevate any pasta dish to new heights of deliciousness. Whether you prefer a quick and easy weekday meal or a leisurely weekend feast, this article presents a collection of Sicilian pasta sauce recipes that cater to every taste and occasion. From the classic tomato-based sauce to variations featuring succulent seafood, hearty meats, or an array of fresh vegetables, these recipes offer a culinary journey through the diverse flavors of Sicily, ensuring a satisfying and authentic Italian dining experience at home.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK PASTA SAUCE



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This is a quick and easy recipe.

Provided by LIAROSE

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute garlic in oil until tender, 2 minutes. Stir in basil and crushed tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and cook 15 to 20 minutes, until slightly thickened. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 172.9 mg

SICILIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Golden raisins and pine nuts add a new flavor twist to this southern-Italian pasta sauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup dry red wine
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. , Stir in the tomatoes, raisins, wine, tomato paste, sugar, basil, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until heated through. , Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Stir parsley and pine nuts into meat sauce. Drain spaghetti; top with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 1137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SICILIAN LENTIL PASTA SAUCE



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This is a very nice, thick sauce. It has a meat taste, without the meat. Nice and hearty, great with a crusty bread on a cold, Fall day.

Provided by Jill

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
1 small zucchini, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup dry lentils
3 cups water
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, mushrooms, zucchini, and garlic. Cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add lentils and 3 cups water to vegetables. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 45 to 60 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. If necessary, add more water to keep the sauce from sticking. Be careful not to dilute; the sauce should be quite thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 466.1 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

QUICK EASY SICILIAN PASTA SAUCE



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My family is Sicilian. Old world style cooking is so simple but with amazing results. The flavors this recipe has will amaze you. Nothing beats fresh ingredients.

Provided by Simply Shirley

Categories     European

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 -10 tomatoes, any kind. Preferably Romas
3 -4 sprigs fresh basil
3 fresh garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • Peel Tomatoes, place in a roasting pan. Drizzle with oil, season with salt, pepper and sugar. Throw in oven at 450 degrees for 5-6 minutes or place on roasting pan and cook on grill.
  • Dice garlic small and roast in frying pan.
  • Chop Fresh Basil.
  • Once Tomatoes are roasted they need to be blended. You can use a good old fashioned blender or food processor. Try not to over blend. Tomato sauce should be liquid but not blended until foamy.
  • Add blended tomatoes to the pan of roasted garlic, bring to a simmer. Add chopped basil, stir.
  • Add sugar and/or salt to taste. Serve over angel hair pasta or whichever kind you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 591.1, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 8, Protein 1.8

SICILIAN EASY PASTA SAUCE



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This is how my mother taught me to make sauce, with a few of my own touches. It's a little unusual in that all the tomato comes from canned products, but it makes it easy to whip some up. This is a large quantity because I always make enough to freeze. You can make it with any number of meats or without if you prefer. Use the best tomato products you can afford (Campbell's, Contadina). You don't need any salt since the canned products tends to have plenty. I use the low sodium versions when I can find them. To freeze, put cooled sauce in old plastic tubs from whipped cream. When you want to use one, just dip the container in hot water and the sauce will pop out into a saucepan. Heat on low. It will take about the same time to warm up as it does to boil your pasta.

Provided by JoAnimal

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h15m

Yield 13 pints, 50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil
2/3 cup diced onion (fresh or frozen)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 (46 ounce) bottles campbell's tomato juice
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans campbell's tomato soup
12 ounces tomato paste
1 (26 1/2 ounce) carton strained tomatoes (Pomi, available in Italian markets)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil (or 1 tbsp fresh chopped)
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda (to cut the acid)
2 lbs Italian sausage or 2 lbs beef stew meat

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in bottom of large sauce pot.
  • Add onion and cook until they are translucent.
  • Reduce heat and add garlic (careful as it burns easily).
  • Add tomato juice, soup, paste, strained tomatoes, pepper, basil and sugar.
  • Add baking soda carefully. It will foam up, be prepared to stir to dissipate the foam.
  • Simmer on low heat.
  • Brown meat in separate pan. Add to sauce when browned.
  • Simmer sauce about 2 hours.
  • Serve over good quality pasta. Some say it needs to rest overnight in the fridge, but who has the patience for that?

SICILIAN PASTA SAUCE



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My grandmother is Sicilian, so naturally this sauce was passed down from each generation to all the girls. Hope you'll enjoy it as much as my family does.

Provided by stephakneeluvstocook

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h10m

Yield 3-4 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 sweet onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup red table wine
1 (24 ounce) can crushed san marzano tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons basil, chiffonade
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil and crushed pepper in sauce pan,add onion and garlic. Saute until translucent. Deglaze with wine, add tomatoes cushed and paste. Bring to simmer, continue to simmer for 45 minutes up to 4 hours. Add herbs, sugar, and season if needed.
  • Toss with favorite pasta. Serve with grated parmesan romano and a glass of wine.
  • Can also add meat/ sausage/ ribs before deglazing with wine. Or mix in a cup of ricotta and grated mozzerella and bake in 400 degree oven until bubbling and golden.

SICILIAN SPAGHETTI



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If you love anchovies and pasta, this recipe is for you. It's quick, easy and very tasty. Serve with crusty Italian bread, if desired.

Provided by DIGGER2640

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound spaghetti
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (2 ounce) can anchovy fillets, chopped
1 cup fine bread crumbs
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
ground black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic and anchovies to cook for about 2 minutes; stir constantly.
  • Stir in breadcrumbs and turn off heat. Add parsley and black ground pepper; mix together.
  • Toss anchovy sauce with hot pasta and sprinkle with cheese; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.6 calories, Carbohydrate 53.6 g, Cholesterol 7.1 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 516.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken or beef broth.
  • Add a splash of white wine or red wine to the sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
  • If you like your sauce spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chili powder.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, simmer it for longer.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti, penne, or rigatoni.

Conclusion:

Sicilian pasta sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With its rich flavor and hearty texture, Sicilian pasta sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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