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Joe Rooney

Italian Pink Sauce Rose Pasta Recipe: Tantalizing and Simple

Discover the delightful blend of creamy and tangy flavors in this Italian Pink Sauce Rose Pasta. This viral pink sauce pasta recipe perfectly combines marinara and alfredo sauces to create a luscious, pink-hued dish that’s a must-try for any rose pasta recipe lover. Quick, easy, and bursting with Italian flavor, it’s a fantastic choice for a comforting 20-minute pink pasta dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • Pasta of your choice
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp chopped onion
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Shredded parmesan
  • Parsley/Cilantro garnishing

Method
 

  1. Prepare the pasta as directed on the package until it reaches al dente texture, then drain, keeping about a cup of the cooking water.
  2. In a skillet set to medium heat, melt the butter, then add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until they soften and release their aroma.
  3. Add the tomato paste into the skillet, stirring it well with the onions and garlic to combine their flavors.
  4. Season the mixture by sprinkling in oregano and salt, and stir thoroughly.
  5. Reduce heat to low and pour in the tomato sauce, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning; mix until the sauce changes to a lovely pink and thickens slightly. Let it gently cook for a couple more minutes.
  6. Introduce the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing it carefully so every piece is coated with the pink sauce; add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
  7. Top with shredded parmesan cheese, stirring the pasta one last time to melt the cheese and blend it evenly throughout the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro for a burst of color and freshness.

Notes

  • Keep the heat low while simmering the sauce to prevent the heavy cream from splitting, ensuring a smooth and creamy texture.