Kid-Friendly Red Sauce Pasta: Easy & Delicious Italian Recipe
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About Kid-Friendly Red Sauce Pasta: Easy & Delicious Italian Recipe
This simple red sauce pasta recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, especially for kids! It's a healthy and flavorful after-school snack or a quick weeknight dinner, packed with fresh ingredients and classic Italian taste. The vibrant tomato sauce is made from scratch, ensuring a delicious and wholesome meal for the whole family.Busy parents will appreciate how easy this recipe is to prepare. It requires minimal cooking time and simple ingredients, making it the perfect solution for those evenings when you need a nutritious and satisfying meal on the table fast. Your kids will love the bright flavors and comforting texture of this classic pasta dish.This recipe is easily adaptable – feel free to add your favorite vegetables or herbs to make it your own! It's a versatile and delicious way to introduce your children to the joys of Italian cuisine.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep20 minutes
Cook10 minutes
Total30 minutes
Ingredients
Pasta
- 1 cup Pasta any short shape, or rotini, rigatoni, such as penne
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 medium Onion finely chopped
- 1 medium Bell Peppers any color, finely chopped; or substitute with 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cup Tomatoes chopped; or 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, ripe
- 3 clove Garlic minced
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Oregano dried
- 1/2 tsp Pepper Flakes or to taste, red
- 1 tsp Salt plus more to taste
- 1/4 tsp Pepper black, freshly ground, plus more for garnish
Garnish
- Parsley chopped, for garnish (optional), fresh
- Parmesan Cheese for garnish (optional), freshly, grated
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Roast the onion and bell pepper in 1 tablespoon of olive oil for 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
- Roast the tomatoes for about 3 minutes, until slightly softened. Cool.
- Blend the roasted onion, bell pepper, and tomatoes into a smooth puree. Set aside.
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
Make the Sauce
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the onion and bell pepper and saute for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the tomato puree. Stir in the oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Combine and Serve
- Remove the sauce from the heat and add the cooked pasta. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese (if desired).
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Perfect Red Sauce Pasta
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality olive oil and fresh herbs.
- If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can use canned crushed tomatoes instead.
- Add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes, if needed.
- To make this a complete meal, add cooked Italian sausage or meatballs to the sauce.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 6gFat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 11.4gSodium: 1710mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7g
Bhumika Gandhi
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Yum! This recipe is a must-try.
Looks so incredible! Thank you for sharing.
Looks so yummy! Excited to make it.
This is so tempting! Can’t wait to cook it.