Red sauce pasta

Try out this delicious red sauce pasta recipe made with ingredients like , tomatoes, kashmiri Red chilli powder,cheese pasta  ,oil, oregano,….

Ingredients for (pasta recipes)

Tomatoes 6-7 medium size

Oil 2 tbsp

Garlic 5-6 cloves (sliced)

Kashmiri Red chilli powder 1tbsp

Salt to taste

Tomato ketchup 2 tbsp

Oregano 1 TSP

Red chilli flakes ½ TSP

A pinch of black pepper

Processed cheese 50 gm

Boiled/cooked pasta as required

Pasta water as required to adjust the consistency

boiling pasta

Ingredients

. Penne pasta 200gm

. Water for boiling

. Salt to taste

. Black pepper powder a pinch

. Oil1 tbsp + 1 TSP

Instructions

. Set water for boiling,add salt to taste and 1 TSP oil , when the water comes to roaring boil ,add the penne pasta and cook for 7-8 mins or until Al dente

. Strain the pasta and immediately add 1 TSP oil,salt & pepper,keep aside until used for pasta 

Instructions  for red sauce pasta 

1.wash the tomatoes well & cut them in quarters, further transfer them ina grinding jar and blend the tomatoes into a puree. I’ve kept it little coarse .if you  can blend into a fine puree

2.set a sauce pan on low heat ,add oil & sliced garlic, cook until the garlic starts to get some colour

3.Add chopped onions & cook  on medium flame until it’s translucent

4.Now lover the flame and add kashmiri Red chilli powder and cook on low flame for a short 10-15 seconds

5.Now add oregano,red chilli flakes & pinch of black pepper powder,stir & cook for a minute

6.home made red sauce is ready ,keep it aside & use it later when making pasta live for your family.

7.for making pasta ,simply just add the cooked pasta & stir gently,add some pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce and cook for 2-3 mins on medium heat.

 ,your red sauce pasta is ready,you can add some processed cheese if you wish to

Tips

Here are some tips for sauce pasta recipes 

Quality Ingredients: Use high-quality tomatoes, olive oil, and Parmesan for a richer flavor.

Garlic Enhancement: Infuse extra garlic flavor by adding roasted garlic or using garlic-infused olive oil.

Fresh Herbs: If possible, use fresh basil and oregano for a burst of aromatic freshness.

Balancing Acidity: Counteract the acidity of tomatoes with a pinch of sugar or a splash of balsamic vinegar.

Slow Simmering: Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for a longer time to deepen the flavors.

Cheese Integration: Mix in a bit of pasta cooking water to the sauce before tossing with pasta; it helps the sauce adhere better.

Texture Variation: Add diced tomatoes or cherry tomatoes towards the end for a chunkier texture.

Spice Control: Control the heat with red pepper flakes, adjusting to your preferred spice level.

Experiment: Feel free to experiment with ingredients like olives, capers, or even a touch of red wine for extra complexity.

Garnish Wisely: Finish with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a restaurant-worthy touch.