Blush Sauce Pasta
Creamy, dreamy, and easy to make! Try this blush sauce pasta recipe for a rich, flavorful dinner you’ll want again and again. 🍝💖
Equipment
- Large Pan
- Pasta Pot
Ingredients
Blush Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 0.5 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 28 oz smooth tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup half and half or heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp sugar
- salt and black pepper to taste
To Serve
- cooked pasta penne, rigatoni, or fusilli
- fresh basil, chili flakes, mini mozzarella balls optional toppings
Instructions
- Sauté butter, onion, and garlic in a large pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add tomato sauce and tomato paste. Simmer uncovered for 7-10 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in half and half, sugar, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce and mix well. Garnish with optional toppings and serve.
Notes
For dairy-free, use oat or coconut cream. Add spinach, mushrooms, or grilled chicken for variety. Store sauce separately for best leftovers.