Recipezaar: Sauces,Pasta,Italian recipes

Italian Sausage Spaghetti Sauce

Mon, 06 Mar 2000 16:09:00 -0500

Italian Spaghetti Sauce

Fri, 10 Aug 2001 13:20:11 -0400

-- posted by MirandaLee

Italian Red Sauce aka Red Gravy or spaghetti sauce

Tue, 18 Sep 2001 10:02:06 -0400

This makes a great deal of sauce but it freezes very well and can be used in any way you would use a red sauce. The Italian ham makes all the difference in the taste. Also, for those who have made sauce and it has been "acidy" I have never had this problem with the imported tomatoes. Every time I make a batch, I give some to friends. They all love it. It also works very well with -- posted by P

Spaghetti Sauce

Wed, 14 Nov 2001 14:30:44 -0500

This recipe is from my wife's family, and is adored by everyone who tries it. Try topping with sliced green olives and a dollop of hot sauce. You can easily double this recipe for large groups. -- posted by Kurt Godden

Spaghetti & Lasagna Sauce

Tue, 04 Dec 2001 13:07:24 -0500

Very nice sauce; you should try it alt least once. -- posted by Mille®

Toasted Ravioli Sauce, inspired by Chef Miller

Sun, 09 Dec 2001 12:13:45 -0500

This is a dip we made for our taosted ravioli one night, inspired by the great dip by chef Miller. -- posted by Miss Erin

Simple Alfredo Sauce

Tue, 22 Jan 2002 17:26:55 -0500

In response to how to use extra egg yolks. This is an easy meal. Throw in some steamed vegies and it's a side dish, serve over pasta and it's a whole meal. -- posted by Tish

Roasted Garlic Pasta

Tue, 29 Jan 2002 12:28:07 -0500

If you like garlic...you'll love this dish. Make it Italian style or Cajun style! -- posted by Risë

Real Quick Fettuccine Alfredo

Sun, 17 Mar 2002 10:25:15 -0500

You won't believe how god this simple recipe is! Sometimes I add sauted chicken bites, or seafood, anything goes! -- posted by MizzNezz

Spaghetti with Bacon, Tomatoes And Wine

Sun, 17 Mar 2002 12:21:45 -0500

-- posted by Gingerbear

Italian Casserole Dinner

Thu, 21 Mar 2002 14:09:32 -0500

A quick to make casserole with 2 meats and 2 cheeses. -- posted by MizzNezz

Fast And Easy Skillet Pasta

Tue, 02 Apr 2002 15:38:00 -0500

Quick, delicious pasta when you don't have a lot of time. -- posted by MizzNezz

Four Pepper Penne

Mon, 08 Apr 2002 17:05:53 -0400

-- posted by Gingerbear

Colorful Pasta Toss

Mon, 08 Apr 2002 21:41:41 -0400

This is as good as it is pretty. Easy on the budget. -- posted by MizzNezz

Quick Spaghetti

Tue, 16 Apr 2002 12:34:45 -0400

Fast and easy for those hectic days. -- posted by MizzNezz

Two Cheese Fettuccini

Tue, 23 Apr 2002 10:40:41 -0400

Easy, cheesy sauce for a pasta side dish. Add sauted chicken breast bites for a main dish. -- posted by MizzNezz

Spaghetti Sauce With Italian Chicken Sausage

Tue, 30 Apr 2002 21:39:45 -0400

. -- posted by Denise in NH

My Mama Iuliucci's "Don't Skip a Step" Spaghetti Sauce

Tue, 30 Apr 2002 21:45:28 -0400

My mom made this every Sunday for as long as I can remember. I recall coming home from wherever I was and smelling this incredible sauce! I would immediately reach for the Italian bread to start dipping before dinner. My mom always said it wasn't done yet, but I didn't care! My brother would go through a half a loaf of white bread with this sauce before dinner...it was that good. Try to make it exactly as it is written out...you will be pleasantly surprised and your house will smell heavenly! The little bit of extra work is worth it!!! -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Spaghetti with Sweet Red Pepper Sauce

Fri, 03 May 2002 10:31:46 -0400

Great alternative to traditional tomato-based sauces. Creamier than you'd think. From Joie Warner's Spaghetti cookbook. -- posted by Moody

Creamy Tuna Fettuccini

Wed, 08 May 2002 17:04:24 -0400

This is a really good tuna recipe. Sautéed shrimp, or scallops can be substituted for the tuna. Or leave out the seafood and serve as a side dish. -- posted by MizzNezz

Mom's Spaghetti Sauce

Mon, 13 May 2002 18:03:15 -0400

Absolutely favorite meal of all in our home. I tried Jo Mama's World Famous Spaghetti this weekend and was told emphatically "you MUST enter 'our' recipe!" Sharlene W, I would love your opinion! -- posted by Wendy Archer

Turkey Fettuccini Marinara

Mon, 13 May 2002 18:22:50 -0400

-- posted by Gingerbear

Ragu

Mon, 13 May 2002 18:42:01 -0400

This is so good. I am not sure about the serving size since that it has been a long time since I have made this. I will have to guess at this one. -- posted by Gingerbear

Penne All' Arrabbiata

Mon, 03 Jun 2002 20:57:01 -0400

I love this recipe! I make it often and enjoy it with a tossed green salad, Italian garlic bread and a glass of wine! One of our favorites and so easy to do! Make sure you toss the pasta immediately with the sauce so the pasta will not stick. Bon Appetito! -- posted by Bev

Low-Fat Spinach Fettuccine with Carbonara Sauce

Mon, 10 Jun 2002 18:57:17 -0400

This recipe is usually very high in fat and made with egg yolk and cream. This very tasty version was found in a low-fat cook book and I have never looked back. It is just as good as the real thing. Trust me! -- posted by Susie T

Mario Batali's Fettuccine Bolognese

Wed, 12 Jun 2002 23:16:36 -0400

A hearty, stick to the ribs entree from TV chef Mario Batali. I substitute ground beef for the harder to find veal. Taken from Bon Appetit. -- posted by yooper

Defrost Chops in the Morning....Want Spaghetti in the Evening...A Culinary Compromise

Sun, 30 Jun 2002 17:44:40 -0400

Picture this: I took out pork chops in the morning before leaving for work. At 7pm, Wonder Tummy decides it wants SPAGHETTI instead. Of course, its getting close to payday so the pantry is a little on the echoing side. (Is there anything in there, in there,in there?) Lucky for Wonder Tummy, it is inside the master of throw togethers. I grab the trusty cast-iron skillet aand start tossing stuff in. Viola! Is it pork chops? Is it spaghetti? I don't know, but it sure is good! -- posted by Malriah

Farfalle with Arugula Pesto and Shrimp

Sun, 07 Jul 2002 19:05:37 -0400

The arugula pesto is a nice change from the usual basil based pesto sauce. A quick recipe to prepare, and yummy enough for company! -- posted by Dee514

Artichoke Sauce With Linguini

Mon, 15 Jul 2002 07:04:16 -0400

Yummy pasta recipe. -- posted by spatchcock

Bolognese Sauce

Mon, 15 Jul 2002 07:05:08 -0400

Traditional Bolognese sauce for pasta -- posted by Matthew Dufresne

Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce

Thu, 25 Jul 2002 21:23:19 -0400

Cook the pasta, toss the salad and enjoy -- posted by Denise in NH

Vodka Cream Pasta

Tue, 13 Aug 2002 18:03:24 -0400

-- posted by Sidney

Umbrian Style Arrabiatta Sauce

Tue, 20 Aug 2002 17:15:51 -0400

This is a regional Italian recipe for a "hot" pasta sauce - my favourite meatless tomato sauce. The addition of sweet pepper, ginger, and honey (traditional for that part of Italy) both complements and tempers the heat of the sauce. I prefer to make it with fresh hot peppers or paste, but I've included a "cheater" method using hot red pepper flakes. The addition of eggplant is also traditional, but optional - if you don't care for eggplant, just leave it out. -- posted by labouchet

Veronica's Homemade Italian Pasta Sauce

Thu, 29 Aug 2002 16:33:41 -0400

This is my mom's recipe, which I am sure is my Nani's recipe straight from Italy. There is nothing like a truly homemade Italian pasta sauce. This sauce isn't a real thick sauce so if you want thick, you might not want to add any water to the recipe. It's packed with flavor and feeds a ton! Even tastes better the next day and the day after that... -- posted by Trixyinaz

Bolognese sauce

Wed, 04 Sep 2002 19:49:48 -0400

My favorite recipe... I really love the sweet taste of wine in it. -- posted by irenenevada

Alfredo Sauce

Tue, 24 Sep 2002 22:51:02 -0400

My husband's favorite meal. -- posted by spatchcock

Basic Tomato Sauce

Thu, 31 Oct 2002 20:08:11 -0500

A great tomato sauce that goes well with everything. -- posted by Thomas Fitzpatrick

Prawn Pasta With a Kick from Jack

Wed, 20 Nov 2002 20:11:57 -0500

Something I kind of created with whatever I had in the kitchen when guest turned up without warning. After the meal, they were so impressed, they actually asked for the recipe. Try it, easy to prepare, and great tasting. WARNING: Have some crusty bread to mop up the delicious sauce. -- posted by KitchenManiac

Quick, Easy, Creamy, Tomato Pasta Sauce

Mon, 09 Dec 2002 20:11:55 -0500

A delicious and simple tomato pasta sauce which I've been using for years and is the first one I taught my kids how to make. The fresh garlic at the end, uncooked, is what makes it really tasty. I hesitate to post it because the cream will curdle if the heat is too high. It sometimes takes a couple of times before you get the feel of how much heat it will take. It will still taste ok, but won't look really yummy. Do remember to dilute the paste with water first. Very important. All quantities are flexible. Substituting with milk or garlic powder will absolutely not work. -- posted by Jangomango

Mediterranean Marinara Sauce

Sun, 16 Mar 2003 20:05:51 -0500

I got this recipe from a gourmet magazine. It makes a nice change from the usual pasta sauces. -- posted by CountryLady

Chilled Pasta with Rosemary and Tomato

Tue, 25 Mar 2003 20:12:22 -0500

This is definitely a make ahead recipe because it takes a while to make this. -- posted by Gingerbear

Classic Bolognese Sauce (A.K.A. Ragu)

Wed, 26 Mar 2003 20:07:47 -0500

The saying "good things come to those who wait" certainly applies to this recipe that I got from my Italian sister-in-law!! It goes well with most types of pasta (tortellini, rigatoni, etc.)and is perfect for lasagna or any other baked dish. -- posted by CountryLady

Spaghetti Sauce and Meatballs

Sun, 06 Apr 2003 20:06:10 -0400

This is my husband and childs favorite spaghetti sauce and meatballs. -- posted by Sheri-BDB

Broccoli Pasta Sauce

Wed, 21 May 2003 20:05:12 -0400

An easy, tasty recipe for a weeknight dinner. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Ziti with Red Peppers, Olives, Artichokes and Gorgonzola

Wed, 21 May 2003 20:05:28 -0400

I always keep a large bag of frozen baby artichokes in the freezer because I like to use them in so many different recipes...like this one. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Linda's Fettuccine, Crabmeat and Veggies in Creamy Cheese Sauce

Wed, 11 Jun 2003 20:04:14 -0400

This scrumptious pasta dish will tickle your taste buds, with a nice blend of veggies, seafood, and cheesey sauce atop mounds of pasta. Served with Garlic Italian bread, a simple salad, and a nice glass of wine, makes this meal fit for a king. -- posted by Linda's Busy Kitchen

Soprano's Sunday Gravy (Spaghetti Sauce)

Tue, 17 Jun 2003 20:04:56 -0400

Badda-bing badda-boom. Its a thing of beauty. This recipe is not a fast one, its an all afternoon dinner; But it is definitely worth it. From The Soprano Family Cookbook -- posted by Lightly Toasted

Quick'N easy Spaghetti Sauce

Wed, 18 Jun 2003 20:16:18 -0400

I love spaghetti, but like many of you,I think making a sauce from scratch takes way too much time and effort. But I also wanted a pasta sauce that would taste real, and not fake like many already made sauces. So if you all feel the way I do, then this is a great recipe to try. Enjoy! -- posted by Maya's Mommy

Original Recipe Sicilian Succo (Meatballs & Sauce)

Thu, 24 Jul 2003 20:03:08 -0400

I was born in a small mining town in southern Illinois. The village had a predominate Italian population. Spaghetti was a staple part of their diet. The red marina sauce that they poured over the spaghetti was called succo. This was a time before air conditioning, and all the windows in their houses wee wide open during the summer time. If your nostrils caught a whiff of their succo cooking would make your taste buds dance. If that caught a whiff of their home made cheese, they would dance even harder. To taste a plate of this delicacy was a real thrill. My best friend was Italian, and we did our homework together. I had occasion to sample this delicious morsel frequently. When my friends mother placed a plate in front of me and said mange, I immediately became fluent in Italian. Over the years, I have craved this taste. I looked everywhere for a recipe, but there was none anywhere. I couldnt have asked her for a recipe because she didnt have one. She couldnt explain to how to make it because she couldnt speak English. She had brought the recipe from Sicily in her memory. I recalled some of the ingredients. I found a recipe site on the net that if you fed the ingredients it would construct recipes using these ingredients. I got close but not close enough. With the help of some Italian friends, I was finally able to construct a recipe of the greatest spaghetti in the world. This recipe is the fruits of my labor. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Note from UnknownChef86: This is a recipe I adopted in 2006. -- posted by UnknownChef86

Warm Bruschetta w/Penne

Thu, 24 Jul 2003 20:08:17 -0400

We served cold bruschetta at a restaurant I worked at a while ago. I decided to make it a meal at home--it really doesn't get any simpler than this! -- posted by sm2be

Lasagna

Sat, 01 Nov 2003 20:01:16 -0500

Meat sauce, cheese sauce, noodles and barely a tomato to be found in this 9" x 13" lasagne. Total comfort food, limit: one per year. -- posted by sugarpea

Running Creek Spaghetti Sauce

Fri, 13 Feb 2004 19:59:48 -0500

This has become a classic at our house. Sometimes I brown sausage and hamburger to add to it for meat suace or if I don't get lazy I make meatballs. We often freeze the leftover suace for quick weekday meals. -- posted by Roger/OH

Greg's Good As Gold Spaghetti Sauce

Wed, 18 Feb 2004 20:00:03 -0500

We played with many recipes and created this Spaghetti Sauce. It great to use for cooking a large batch and giving to those who have suffered a illness or death in the family. -- posted by Gregory Hehn

Pasta Sauce #1

Sun, 02 May 2004 20:37:19 -0400

This is the best pasta sauce you will ever have. I guarantee it. It is not to sweet, not to spicy, not to acidic. It's just darn good! -- posted by MizEmerilLagasse

Crabzilla's Spicy Chunky Garlicky Spaghetti Sauce

Sun, 07 Nov 2004 19:59:55 -0500

This is my own variation of my mom's sauce. It's simple to prepare and should be simmered all day for the best flavor. You can add ground beef, ground sausage, or brown up some Italian sausage links and simmer in sauce if you like. This freezes well and will easily feed 8 - 10 people, with leftovers. I'm not 100% sure of the exact size of the large cans of tomatoes this calls for as I don't have one on hand, however, I will estimate and say 28 oz. Just use the big cans that are usually on the bottom shelf of the canned tomato aisle. Hope you enjoy, vary spices according to your taste preferences. You may prefer your sauce less spicy, so sub the Rotel for petite diced tomatoes and omit the crushed red pepper flakes. -- posted by Crabzilla

Delicious and Simple Ricotta and Tomato Pasta Sauce

Wed, 08 Dec 2004 20:00:43 -0500

I just love this recipe! Mum used to make this for us when we were kids. It's apparently a traditional Roman dish, great for vegetarians and very easy and quick to whip up, an awesome dish with a real 'rustic' feel to it! The kids will love it! It is to be served on top of steaming, hot pasta...wholemeal pasta works quite well with this recipe too! Enjoy! -- posted by LovelyRitaMeterMaid

Zesto Pesto

Tue, 12 Apr 2005 09:55:36 -0400

OK, the name's silly, but this version of pesto is really good! The recipe makes enough to generously sauce 1 lb of your favourite pasta. Developed for RSC #6. (edited to add that this recipe eventually won Ready, Set, Cook! #6. I am so proud of this creation and all the favourable reviews it has received - thanks to all who have tried it.) -- posted by evelyn/athens

Spaghetti With Chunky Meat and Veggie Sauce

Tue, 12 Apr 2005 10:20:42 -0400

Quick, really easy, and very tasty all-purpose sauce for pasta and lasgna; a great way to get kids to eat their veggies. Ground turkey or beef with carrots, green beans, mushrooms, onions and tomatoes. -- posted by littleturtle

Herbed Chicken and Pasta

Tue, 12 Apr 2005 16:40:53 -0400

Quick & easy pasta dish. Excellent served with garlic bread and a salad. -- posted by littleturtle

Fresh Pasta Sauce Base

Sun, 01 May 2005 18:51:49 -0400

Often having very little time to cook, this meal allows for an easy, quick and healthy meal that you can throw together in the time it takes your pasta to cook. I already have pre-roasted garlic in the fridge to use in recipes like this which saves time. I use Mean Chef's Recipe for that:see recipe #79503. I have used garlic powder, dried basil and regular table salt as substitutions, but it doesnt taste at all the same. What's great about this "sauce" is it is a base to add just about anything you want to it, from seafood to veggies. It has a very plain and simple taste. -- posted by jennifer in new jersey

Phil's Garlic and Oil Sauce

Wed, 11 May 2005 13:01:29 -0400

When there is no time to cook, I resort to this garlic-and-olive-oil sauce for spaghetti or linguine. With all the ingredients on hand, this can be ready in less than 10 minutes, just enough time to boil the pasta. Use a fruity extra virgin olive oil for its intense flavor and cook the garlic slowly in it so it does not brown. -- posted by Phil Franco

Darthlaurie's Indispensable Basic Pasta Sauce

Tue, 07 Jun 2005 14:24:29 -0400

Everyone has that one recipe they can't live without. This is the recipe I turn to when I don't know what else to fix for dinner. When I was first out on my own, I looked up a bunch of recipes and then, I figured out what I really needed to make a basic pasta sauce. This is really basic and you can add veggies or meat or anything else you want to try. Have fun and enjoy! -- posted by darthlaurie

No-Cream Alfredo Sauce

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 17:26:54 -0400

I make my alfredo sauce with evaporated milk from the pantry instead of fresh cream from the supermarket. My family enjoys this convenient and delicious sauce often. They claim to like it even better than restaurant alfredo sauce! I hope you'll also enjoy it. -- posted by Deb's Recipes

Fresh Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce

Mon, 25 Jul 2005 06:18:29 -0400

We didn't have any cans of tomatoes one night but plenty of fresh ingredients so I threw this together and it's the best sauce we've ever had! Lots of variations exist and it's super easy. -- posted by Dawn Gusty

Pasta Bolognese With Cheese

Mon, 25 Jul 2005 21:19:18 -0400

If you like lasagna, you'll love this dish, and the addition of the red wine takes this over the top! (We're not wine drinkers, but it makes this dish "totally money", as my nephew would say.) Nary a single human being has crossed paths with it and NOT loved it. I like to cook the bacon and mushrooms separately first - and longer than stated below so that they brown and crisp up better, but the flavor will be the same if you follow the instructions as is. We just gotta have our carcinogens! ;) -- posted by Sandi (From CA)

Pesto Alla Trapanese (Pesto With Tomato and Almonds)

Fri, 26 Aug 2005 23:13:15 -0400

Posted for Zaar World Tour 2005. A version of Italian pesto sauce. Who doesn't like basil? My BF strangely enough, although I try to sneak it in when he's not looking. I figured 1/4 cup sauce for 1/4 lb. cooked pasta. From Vegetarian Times Cooks Mediterranean. Have not tried this yet. Update - Tried this recipe, and it was awesome and very easy! I even tried making it without the almonds, and it made a great low fat traditional pesto. I strongly recommend this recipe to all pesto lovers. -- posted by Kumquat the Cat's friend

Short Cut Pasta Sauce

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 04:30:12 -0500

You start with a can of spaghetti sauce, add your own touches and you have a delicious sauce that is thick and rich. We like it served over spaghetti and meatballs. -- posted by Chef Dee

Mom's Secret Spaghetti Sauce

Sun, 01 Jan 2006 21:43:18 -0500

OK, not actually secret, but out of this world! -- posted by dadsnewworld

Weight Watcher Pesto Sauce

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 16:30:20 -0400

Pesto Sauce that is legal on WW! And better than regular Pesto! -- posted by Holty

Cajun Chicken Alfredo

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 20:27:17 -0400

I love this pasta! It almost resembles Red Lobster's alfredo sauce. It's great! You can even use seafood instead or go meatless! -- posted by imshadi

Sweet Pasta Sauce

Tue, 25 Apr 2006 09:41:41 -0400

This is a beautiful sweet-tasting past sauce. It takes about 10 minutes to make - just about the same time it takes to cook the pasta (or noodles). -- posted by Huw2005

Last-Minute Spaghetti Sauce

Mon, 15 May 2006 18:11:26 -0400

Tastes and smells like it was simmering on the stove all day, but ready in less than an hour. Can be doubled or tripled easily. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Biaggi's Alfredo Sauce

Tue, 30 May 2006 14:10:53 -0400

From Biaggi's Italian Restaurant in Salt Lake City, this scrumptious alfredo sauce is meant to go with another recipe I submitted: Biaggi's Farfalle Alfredo. -- posted by Deb's Recipes

Easy Marinara Sauce

Mon, 05 Jun 2006 17:20:57 -0400

A simple and flavorful marinara sauce that can be used instead of store-bought spaghetti sauce. I like it served hot over cooked pasta and topped with fresh-grated Parmesan cheese. -- posted by Deb's Recipes

Frankie's Meatballs (Pasta Sauce)

Mon, 07 Aug 2006 21:04:16 -0400

Heres the recipe that won Emerils Italian contest in 2005 from Frankie Imbergamo from Boston. -- posted by Sandi (From CA)

Basil and Tomato Sauce Pasta

Mon, 30 Oct 2006 18:04:01 -0500

A friend of mine gave me this recipe and I altered it a bit. The basil makes it really fresh and it is light too! -- posted by Pantheress

Italian Alfredo Sauce

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 15:37:27 -0500

Fresh tradtional Alfredo Sauce. I know that everyone and their dog has an Alfredo Sauce. I got this recipe from a little Italian lady that took me under her wing to teach me how to cook good Italian food. She learned how to cook from the old country and cooked professionally in Victoria, BC until she retired. Enjoy! -- posted by Chef Forest

Mama Leone's Italian Tomato Sauce (Good for Many Uses)

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 13:44:41 -0500

I grew up across the street from a real Mama Leonean amazing Irish woman who had an Italian husband and a live-in Italian mother-in-law who taught her to cook. This awesome recipe was a neighbourhood favourite. It has been equally popular with everyone who has ever tasted it. It is an all-purpose Italian sauce. I usually make it for spaghetti and have added optional instructions for that purpose. Without the meat, it is vegan friendly. It's also a good pizza sauce base. You can add other herbs, spices and vegetables if you like, but we have always kept it simple. That's why once it was a lifesaver for a friend who is allergic to garlic. The sauce freezes extremely well. -- posted by Leggy Peggy

Spaghetti Piccata

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 16:01:36 -0500

This recipe was on the back of a pkg. of spaghetti that I'd gotten from Sam's Club. It's great for a light dinner, or when you want to get supper on the table personally prefer to use fresh herbs whenever possible. I just feel it's worth the extra pennies to get the fresh flavor. When using wine in your recipes, use wine that you yourself would drink. Times do not include time for cooking spaghetti.I also tear a few leaves of basil and add to the sauce right at the very end of the cooking time. -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Roasted Garlic Alfredo Sauce

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:29:46 -0500

I served this oh-so-garlicky and wonderful sauce over portabello ravioli with a salad, garlic bread and a lovely Pinot Gris. What a treat! Turned frozen prepared pasta into a simple, yet gourmet meal. Next time, I think I will add steamed broccoli to the pasta bowls before adding the sauce. -- posted by Spankie

Vodka Pasta Sauce

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 15:31:45 -0400

I want to make this recipe but haven't yet. I took it from a community cookbook that I got at a book sale. It was posted by Fern Host. If you like, you can add Parmesan cheese, to taste. Serve on penne pasta. -- posted by Oolala

Lemon Spinach Pasta Sauce

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 17:29:40 -0400

Tangy, with a little heat. This sauce is easy to make and very delicious. -- posted by Tangent393

Easy Beef and Veggie Bolognese

Sun, 18 Mar 2007 16:43:02 -0400

This is just plain old bolognese, with some shredded veggies added for nutrition. I usually use this method to "doctor" a commercial sauce, such as Ragu or Five Brothers. -- posted by Gingernut

Chicken Bolognese Pasta Sauce

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 23:26:03 -0400

This is a recipe I adapted from a Wolfgang Puck dish I had at Downtown Disney. It tastes sweet because of the carrot, but you can substitute chopped celery for the carrot if you want a more savory sauce. If you make this for a picky eater, chop the veggies in a food processor and they'll barely taste it. It's pretty healthy and it goes great with linguini pasta. -- posted by Jennigator3

Olive Oil, Garlic and Crushed Red Pepper Sauce

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 23:25:23 -0400

For pasta from Real Simple magazine, May, 2007. Haven't made this yet. You can upgrade this dish with sausage and red bell pepper. Just heat 1 tbsp. olive oil over medium-high heat. Add l lb. Italian sausage with the back of a wooden spoon, until it's browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Add 1 large bell pepper (cut into 1/2 pieces) and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add to the pasta with olive oil, garlic, and crushed red pepper and toss to combine. -- posted by Oolala

Olive Sauce - Salsa Di Oliva

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:56:35 -0500

It is written that the olive is a gift from the gods. Certainly no food is more revered than the oil extracted from this ancient fruit that is known today for its health benefits as well as its culinary fame. In this no-cook olive sauce two types of olives, Kalamata and Cerignola, are blended together to make a piquant sauce that is sensational not only on pasta like Pici but on fish, bruschetta, and pizza and mixed into bread dough. The intensity of the flavors allows one to use the sauce sparingly (1/2 cup will sauce about 1/2 pound of pasta) and it will keep for a couple of weeks in the refrigerator if the top is covered with a thin layer of olive oil. If you do not have an olive pitter to remove the pits, use a wide-bottomed jar to smash each olive; this easily removes the pit. Note: If you prefer a hot-tasting olive sauce, add 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes to the sauce. This recipe is from Mangia Pasta by Mary Ann Esposito. ---------- For those of you that don't know Maryanne Esposito, let me introduce you to a marvelous cook, who cooks only "Authentic" Italian food, and it is incredible! I had the priviledge of meeting Maryanne at a woman's luncheon many years ago, and she has her own cooking show on Channel 11 in NH. She and her husband, who is a local doctor, live in the next town from where I used to live and work. -- posted by Linda's Busy Kitchen

Mushroom Sauce - Salsa Di Funghi

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:00:40 -0500

From: Maryanne Esposito - Ciao Italia------------ Mushrooms Sauce for pasta is a nice alternative to tomato sauce, and goes especially well with whole wheat fettucine. This is a rich dish, so a little goes a long way. This sauce makes enough for 1 lb. of pasta. For those of you that don't know Maryanne Esposito, let me introduce you to a marvelous cook, who cooks only "Authentic" Italian food, and it is incredible! I had the priviledge of meeting Maryanne at a woman's luncheon many years ago, and she has her own cooking show on Channel 11 in NH. She and her husband, who is a local doctor, live in the next town from where I used to live and work. -- posted by Linda's Busy Kitchen

Amazingly & Easy Tomato and Basil Sauce

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 02:17:07 -0400

Looks and sounds too good not to try! Saw this recipe on Nightline and had to share. Supposed to be a simple but extremely good sauce for spaghetti or I guess any pasta dish. -- posted by Chef #352096

Real Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce (No Can's Here)

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 20:11:05 -0400

Heres the deal.if you want REAL authentic Italian tomato sauce, youve come to the right place. Sure you can save yourself all the time by opening a couple cans of diced/peeled tomatoes, but then again, thats not authentic at all. You can freeze this sauce for later use. This sauce is perfect for anything that requires a tomato sauce: e.g. spaghetti, lasagne, pizza sauce, etc. My girlfriend learned this authentic recipe while living in Italy for several years. Its simple, but takes a lot of time and a lot of love, but its well worth the effort! This is for your free Saturday or Sunday when you will be in the house for the day. Add more tomatoes, garlic, or basil if you wish. There really is no set amount for each of these, but I do suggest a minimum of 10 whole red ripe tomatoes, and a minimum of 5 garlic cloves. Add some crushed red pepper to give it a kick if you wish. This recipe is the rundown of how I make the sauce now. It took me several attempts to really master this, but once you get it down you can make more tomatoes at a time. I usually work with two pots and start out with 10 in each pot, skin all the tomatoes in both, combine and start more in the empty pot to really make a large pot to freeze. The local vegetable stand sells 25 lb. baskets for $9 while in season. We do 50 lbs. a week for a month, so we can freeze and have great sauce all during the winter. I'm going to put this makes 4 servings, but I'm really not sure. The amount of sauce used per person differs. -- posted by iN TRAiNiNG

Ragu Raving over Penne

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 01:08:36 -0400

This thick and hearty Bolognese will have your family and guests raving how great a cook you are. Comfort food that will warm your bones. Good to make for Halloween. take the children trick or treating check in, empty the candy bags, give a stir and go back out for more knowing the treat you'll be back home for..... When chilled arrive home for a hot yummy dinner that everyone will LOVE! Makes a lot of sauce so great to freeze leftovers for a later day. -- posted by ~Rita~

Fettucini Diablo by Tyler Florence

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:12:20 -0500

Entered for safe-keeping, I love "diablo" pasta sauces for a change of pace. Note that creamy ricotta may not be substituted for the hard cheese sold as ricotta salata; if you can't find it, use shavings of the best hard Parmesan or Romano cheese available to you. San Marzano tomatoes are a variety of plum tomatoes considered by many chefs to be the best sauce tomatoes in the world; brands available in supermarkets include Cento, La Bella, Solinia and Vanita. As for the olives: does your supermarket have an "olive bar" that allows you to get a little of this and a little of that? -- posted by KateL

Roasted Garlic-Ricotta Pasta Sauce

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:47:39 -0500

This is a flavourful and healthy alternative to traditional Alfredo sauce. Use with flat pastas like fettuccine. The recipe is from "Conscious Cuisine: A New Style of Cooking from the Kitchens of Chef Cary Neff" based on the cuisine he developed while chef at Miraval Spa. -- posted by blucoat

Francis Ford Coppola's Tomato Sauce (Pomodoro Basilico)

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 01:06:30 -0500

This is the famous director's simple recipe for tomato-basil sauce. It was printed in the great cookbook, "Taste: One Palate's Journey Through the World's Greatest Dishes" by David Rosengarten. You can also top with some finely chopped fresh basil just before serving. -- posted by blucoat

Pink Vodka Sauce With Pasta (Fast & Easy)

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 01:24:41 -0500

No one has to know how simple and quick this recipe is to make. I usually have everything on hand, so it is wonderful for those last-minute dinner guests or late night suppers. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Crock-Pot Marinara Sauce: a Flavorful Bowlful of Naples

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 17:32:55 -0500

Bring your slow-cooker up to speed with this chunky, intensely flavored tomato sauce that is a fabulous whiff of Southern Italy. It's a little salty (from the kalamata olives), spicy (from the hot red peppers and cayenne pepper), quite fragrant (with large amounts of fresh garlic and ripe tomatoes), and surprisingly different (with the addition of shrimp). The slow-simmer cooking process allows each ingredient's flavor to burst through. This is a marinara sauce to choose when you want to bring the traditional flavor of Italy to your dining table. NOTE: This recipe will make 2 meals at once - 1 for now AND 1 for later. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Mary's Savory Marinara Sauce

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 02:33:40 -0400

This is my mom's delicious marinara sauce recipe that she kindly provided to me. I have fond memories of her making this sauce often and filling the entire house with its wonderful aroma. It has a savory tomato-y taste, a nice hint of basil, and goes well with all types of pasta (including lasagna). I also like to use it for homemade meatball heroes. I hope that you all will enjoy it as much as we do! -- posted by someone named antoine

Aurora Somazzi Clerici's Italian Spaghetti Sauce

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:00:19 -0400

My husband's great grandparents setteled in Napa after coming to America from Lugano, Switzerland. Lugano is a town on the border between Italy and Switzerland and has a long roman history- hence the italian style of foods. This is a great sauce that is easy to make and will fill your home with wonderful smells and healthy appetites. Makes about 3 quarts of finished sauce. -- posted by Napa Goat Ranch