Best 3 Tuscan Red White Green Pasta Sauce Recipes

In the heart of Tuscany, there's a vibrant pasta dish that captures the region's spirit: Tuscan Red, White, and Green Pasta Sauce. This tricolor masterpiece bursts with fresh flavors and vibrant colors, reflecting the beauty of the Tuscan countryside. Our culinary journey begins with a luscious red sauce, crafted from ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant basil. Next, we'll embark on creating a creamy white sauce, combining the richness of heavy cream with the tang of Parmesan cheese and a hint of nutmeg. Finally, we'll bring life to the verdant green sauce, using a medley of fresh herbs like basil, parsley, and spinach, blended with olive oil and pine nuts. These three sauces, when combined, create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this culinary adventure through the flavors of Tuscany.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EASY HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE RECIPE

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My family's secret homemade spaghetti sauce is easy to make using a few staple ingredients you may already have on hand! Perfectly thick and packed with flavor, you'll be ditching that store bought pasta sauce!

Provided by Suzy

Categories Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil)
1 medium yellow onion, grated
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 carrots, finely grated (use a food processor or a grater)
28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup water (pasta cooking water, preferred)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp sweet Spanish paprika
Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
Handful fresh basil, about ½ cup packed, torn
Handful fresh parsley, about ½ cup packed, chopped
3/4 lb to 1 lb of cooked pasta of your choice

Steps:

In a large pan heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until just shimmering. Add the onions, garlic, and finely grated carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly until softened.
Add the crushed tomatoes and about 1/2 cup water. Add a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in oregano, paprika, crushed pepper flakes, if using. Finally, stir in the fresh basil and parsley.
Bring the sauce to a boil, then turn heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes. Check partway through, and if you feel the sauce is too thick, you can add a bit more water (preferably some of your pasta cooking water). When sauce is ready, throw in more fresh basil, if you like.
If serving for dinner, add cooked pasta of your choice to the sauce. Mix to combine and let the pasta cook in the sauce over low heat for about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Sugar 7.8 g, Sodium 268 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

CREAMY TUSCAN PASTA SAUCE

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Provided by Mel

Categories 30-Minute Meal

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic (finely minced or pressed through a garlic press)
1/2 tablespoon dried basil
8 ounces cream cheese (softened and cut into 8 pieces)
1 (8-ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes (rinsed, drained and chopped)
2 cups milk
6 ounces Parmesan cheese (grated (about 2 cups))
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (more to taste, if needed)
Diced fresh tomatoes (fresh basil for topping (optional))

Steps:

In a medium pot or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, taking care not to let the garlic burn. Stir in the dried basil. Add the cream cheese, stirring with a whisk until the mixture is smooth. It will look curdled at first, but with constant whisking for 2-3 minutes, it should come together to form a smooth, creamy paste. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes.
Over medium heat, add the milk gradually, about 1/4 cup at a time, whisking quickly and constantly until each addition is incorporated fully into the sauce. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, pepper and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is the desired consistency, 5-10 minutes. Serve over hot, cooked noodles.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 442 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 964 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 20 g

TUSCAN PASTA SAUCE

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This recipe by Trish Magwood is so good and so easy to make, a perfect recipe for during the week when you don't have a lot of time but want something a little more special for dinner.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 red onion, diced
1 shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup white wine
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/3 cup kalamata olive, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup capers
kosher salt
black pepper

Steps:

In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
Cook the onion and shallot until soft and translucent, about 7 minutes.
Add the garlic and continue cooking for 1 additional minute.
Add the wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 4 minutes.
Add the tomatoes and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add the cream, olives and capers and simmer for about 7 minutes.
Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve over your favourite pasta!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.7, Fat 44.8, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 122.3, Sodium 821.7, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 9.3, Protein 4.2

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sauce.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many variations of this sauce, so feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your taste.
Cook the sauce slowly over low heat. This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
Use a good quality olive oil. This will add flavor and richness to the sauce.
Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the vegetables. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
Season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and herbs.
Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta. This sauce is also great on chicken, fish, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Tuscan red, white, and green 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 tailored to your own taste. With its fresh, vibrant flavors, this sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.