UNCLE BILL'S PASTA WITH A VEGETARIAN TOMATO SAUCE
My DW will not eat pasta that has any meat in the sauce. It took me several tries until I came up with a sauce that she thoroughly enjoys. This is a very simple and easy recipe to make and is very tasty.
Provided by William Uncle Bill
Categories Onions
Time 1h43m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large saucepan or frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium-high heat.
- Add onion and saute for 4 minutes, stirring often, do not burn.
- Add red and green pepper and saute for another 4 minutes, stirring often.
- Add tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, basil, dried oregano, Italian herb seasoning, red hot pepper flakes, salt and pepper; stir to mix.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove cover and continue to simmer for another 20 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken slightly. When slightly thickened, remove from heat and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large cooking pot or a pasta pot, fill 3/4 full with hot water and bring to boil.
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of salt.
- Add rigatoni and cook for 15 minutes, stirring once during cooking.
- Add bow-tie pasta and continue to cook for another 15 minutes or until both pastas are el dente.
- When pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta liquid and set aside.
- Drain the pasta and return to the cooking pot.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/4 cup of grated Padano cheese and toss to coat well.
- If pasta appears to be too dry, add a few tablespoons of reserved pasta water.
- You may now add the tomato mixture to the pasta pot and mix well to coat, or ladle the pasta into individual serving plates and then add the tomato mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle with additional grated Padano cheese if desired.
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Zakari Adama
[email protected]I love that this pasta dish is packed with vegetables. It's a healthy and delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Mutinta Hichilema
[email protected]This recipe is very affordable to make, which is a big plus for me. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the dish can be easily stretched to feed a larger group.
than than
[email protected]As a busy working mom, I'm always looking for ways to save time in the kitchen. This pasta dish is perfect because it can be made in 30 minutes or less. Dinner on the table in no time!
clement nampha
[email protected]This recipe is so simple to follow, even a beginner in the kitchen can make it. The end result is a delicious and satisfying pasta dish that the whole family will enjoy.
emmasonic Ti
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the sauce and the perfectly cooked pasta. Definitely a recipe I'll be using again.
NOOR Alathram
[email protected]This pasta dish has become a staple in our household. My kids love it, my husband loves it, and even my picky mother-in-law loves it. It's a crowd-pleaser for sure.
Jacob Beall
[email protected]I could eat pasta every day, and this dish is definitely one of my favorites. The sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I could eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
Kabir Baral
[email protected]I love one-pot meals, and this pasta dish is no exception. Everything is cooked in one pot, which makes cleanup a breeze. Plus, the flavors meld together beautifully. Highly recommend!
Jessica Henk
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of vegetarian dishes, but this one surprised me. The sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again, even though it's meatless.
Shajan Mdd
[email protected]As a vegan, I was thrilled to find this vegetarian pasta recipe. The sauce is rich and creamy, and the pasta is cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Ch Azeem
[email protected]I love experimenting with different flavors, so I added a few of my own touches to this recipe. I used a variety of vegetables in the sauce, and I also added some herbs and spices to give it a unique flavor. Turned out amazing!
Ch Shokat
[email protected]This recipe is very affordable to make, which is a big plus for me. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the dish can be easily stretched to feed a larger group.
Ibrahim Gg
[email protected]I'm always looking for quick and easy meals, and this one fits the bill perfectly. The sauce comes together in no time and the pasta cooks while the sauce is simmering. Dinner on the table in 30 minutes - can't beat that!
Ritesh Singh
[email protected]This pasta dish is a true crowd-pleaser. I served it at a potluck and everyone raved about it. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. Definitely a keeper!
Hasan Ahamed
[email protected]I made this recipe with whole wheat pasta and it turned out great. The sauce was packed with vegetables and the pasta was filling and nutritious. A healthy and delicious meal that I'll be making again and again.
SUSHAN Gaming
[email protected]I'm a big fan of spicy food, so I added a dash of cayenne pepper to the sauce. It gave the dish a nice kick and made it even more enjoyable. Loved it!
Lily Jenkins
[email protected]As a beginner in the kitchen, I found this recipe very easy to follow. The instructions were clear and concise, and the end result was a delicious and satisfying pasta dish. Thank you, Uncle Bill!
Khurram Ashraf
[email protected]I've tried many vegetarian pasta recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sauce is incredibly tasty and the pasta is cooked to perfection. Highly recommend!
Nimra Zaheer
[email protected]Uncle Bill's pasta dish was a hit with my family! The vegetarian tomato sauce was flavorful and hearty, and the pasta cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.