Tomato Pasta Sauce

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@poppy2460

A simple and flavorful tomato pasta sauce recipe that combines fresh vegetables and seasonings for a delicious meal. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a quick and easy sauce to pair with their favorite pasta. It's dairy-free and packed with wholesome ingredients.

Tomato Pasta Sauce recipe

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Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
35min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion of sauce)
  • chopped celery
    chopped celery
    1
  • carrots, chopped
    carrots, chopped
    2
  • bell pepper
    bell pepper
    1/2
  • frozen onion
    frozen onion
    1
  • passata
    passata
    1
  • squirt tomato paste
    squirt tomato paste
    1
  • squirt garlic paste
    squirt garlic paste
    1
  • dairy-free cream cheese
    dairy-free cream cheese
    1tsp
  • oregano
    oregano
    1

How to make Tomato Pasta Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Heat a pan over medium heat and add the chopped celery, carrots, bell pepper, and frozen onion. Sauté until softened.

    Step 1.1: Heat a pan over medium heat and add the chopped celery, carrots, bell pepper, and frozen onion
  2. Step 2

    Add the passata, tomato paste, and garlic paste to the pan. Stir well to combine.

  3. Step 3

    Simmer the sauce for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

  4. Step 4

    Add the dairy-free cream cheese and oregano to the sauce. Stir until the cream cheese is fully incorporated.

  5. Step 5

    pour the sauce into a blender and blend into a creamy smooth tomato sauce. Serve with pasta and enjoy :)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

2.5kcal (0.13%)

Protein

0.0g (0.06%)

Carbs

0.1g (0.02%)

Sugars

0.0g

Healthy Fat

0.1g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a smoother sauce, blend the cooked vegetables before adding the passata.

  2. You can add chili flakes for a spicy kick.

  3. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

FAQS

  1. Can I use fresh onion instead of frozen?

    Yes, you can use fresh onion. Simply chop it finely and sauté it with the other vegetables.

  2. Is this sauce suitable for freezing?

    Yes, this sauce freezes well. Store it in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.

  3. Can I use regular cream cheese instead of dairy-free?

    Yes, if you are not following a dairy-free diet, regular cream cheese can be used as a substitute.

  4. What type of pasta pairs best with this sauce?

    This sauce works well with spaghetti, penne, or fusilli pasta.

  5. Can I add protein to this sauce?

    Yes, you can add cooked ground meat, tofu, or beans to make the sauce heartier.

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@poppy2460

Hi! I’m dairy free and I love cooking healthy recipes and I cook loads 😄 my recipes are all dairy free and some dairy and...

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