Baked Red Pasta Sauce Recipe

Name: Baked Red Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 1/2 cups white onion; 1 tablespoon garlic minced; 1 tablespoon Crushed red pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons oregano; 1 cup vodka; 2 quart tomatoes plum; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 pound penne pasta; 1/2 ounce parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons Fresh oregano

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
2 1/2 cups white onion
1 tablespoon garlic minced
1 tablespoon Crushed red pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons oregano
1 cup vodka
2 quart tomatoes plum
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound penne pasta
1/2 ounce parmesan cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons Fresh oregano

1
heat oven to 375 degrees
2
heat oil, add onion, and garlic, cook for 5 minutes
3
add red pepper flakes and dried oregano, cook for 1 more minute/
4
add vodka and simmer 5-7 minutes
5
meanwhile, drain the tomatoes through a sieve and crush them into the pan with your hands
6
add salt and pepper, cover the pan with a lid and place in oven for 1 1/2 hours. remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes.
7
place tomato mixture in a blender and puree in batches until smooth, return to pan.
8
cook pasta as per instuctions
9
reheat sauce, add 1 Tbsp fresh oregano and enough heavy cream to make the sauce creamy, simmer for 10 minutes.

730

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 1/2 cups white onion, 1 tablespoon garlic minced, 1 tablespoon Crushed red pepper, and more.

Yes, Baked Red Pasta Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Red Pasta Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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