Sicilian Easy Pasta Sauce: A Culinary Journey Through Sicily's Vibrant Flavors
Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed island of Sicily with our comprehensive guide to making an authentic Sicilian pasta sauce. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of this versatile sauce, which can be effortlessly transformed into three distinct variations: a classic tomato sauce, a rich and creamy pesto sauce, and a tantalizing puttanesca sauce bursting with briny capers and olives. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, our easy-to-follow recipes will guide you through the process of crafting each sauce with fresh, flavorful ingredients. With its versatility and ability to elevate any pasta dish, this Sicilian pasta sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare to be amazed by the symphony of flavors that await, and let's embark on this delectable voyage.
QUICK EASY SICILIAN PASTA SAUCE
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
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
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
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?
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. This will give your sauce the best flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. If you add too many tomatoes at once, they will steam instead of sautéing.
- Cook the sauce over low heat. This will help the flavors develop and prevent the sauce from burning.
- Season the sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices as desired.
- Let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta. You can also use it as a topping for pizza or chicken.
Conclusion:
Sicilian easy pasta sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is made with fresh, ripe tomatoes, garlic, onion, and olive oil. The sauce is cooked over low heat until it is thick and flavorful. You can then season the sauce to taste and serve it over your favorite pasta.
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