If you're looking for an easy and delicious meal, pasta is always a great option. And with National Noodle Month happening in March, it's the perfect time to get creative with your pasta dishes. I asked on Instagram whether you want to know about the paste itself or the sauces to go with it and 75% of you want to know about the sauce. In this post, we'll show you how easy it can be to make your own pasta toppings and sauces at home. By the end of this post, you'll be inspired to get into the kitchen and start experimenting with new flavors.
Classic Tomato Sauce:
Making your own tomato sauce is easier than you might think. All you need is canned tomatoes, garlic, onions, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Sauté the garlic and onions in olive oil, then add the canned tomatoes and seasonings. Let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, and you've got a delicious homemade tomato sauce that's perfect for spaghetti, penne, or any other type of pasta. If your looking to really improve your tomato sauce you should check out J. Kenji López-Alt's video on tomato sauce
Pesto:
Pesto is a flavorful sauce that's made with fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. You can make pesto in just a few minutes by blending all the ingredients together in a food processor. Try tossing pesto with linguine or fettuccine, or use it as a spread on sandwiches or pizzas.
Alfredo Sauce:
Alfredo sauce is a rich and creamy sauce that's perfect for indulgent pasta dishes. To make your own alfredo sauce, all you need is butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Melt the butter in a saucepan, then add the cream and cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy, then toss it with your favorite pasta.
Carbonara Sauce:
Carbonara sauce is a decadent sauce that's made with eggs, Parmesan cheese, bacon, and black pepper. To make carbonara sauce, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Cook bacon until crispy, then toss it with the egg mixture and your favorite pasta. This sauce is perfect for spaghetti or linguine but works great with all kinds of pasta. one of my favorite recipes for Carbonara comes from Alex From Youtube. He has a youtube channel where he's done a whole series on paste and I highly recommend watching it.
Mushroom Sauce:
Mushroom sauce is a delicious and earthy sauce that's easy to make. Sauté sliced mushrooms in butter until they're tender, then add cream, garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer until it's thick and creamy, then toss it with your favorite pasta. You can also add other ingredients to this sauce, such as spinach or roasted red peppers, to give it even more flavor.
As you can see, making your own pasta toppings and sauces is easy and fun. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create delicious and flavorful dishes that your family and friends will love. So don't be afraid to get into the kitchen and start experimenting. Who knows, you might even discover your new favorite pasta dish! what do you think goes best with pasta?
Pesto is the best!