ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH BLUSH SAUCE

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Angel Hair Pasta with Blush Sauce is a perfect vegetarian comfort food meal. This creamy tomato sauce is luscious and easy to prepare. Blush sauce is made with crushed tomatoes, half and half and a touch of wine for a burst of flavor. This simple angel hair pasta recipe will become a family favorite.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces Angel Hair pasta
2 TBS olive oil
2 tsp crushed garlic
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 TBS dried Italian seasoning
1/2 cup white wine
salt and crushed red pepper to taste
3/4 cup half and half
Chopped basil (dried is fine if you can't get fresh) (for garnish)
Grated cheese (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta al dente in a pot of boiling water according to package directions. It should be slightly undercooked. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain pasta when done.
  • In a large frying pan, heat the oil on medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for two minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, seasoning and wine. Bring to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until sauce is very thick while stirring well. Add salt and red pepper to taste.
  • Add the half and half to the pan and cook until bubbly. Stir well.
  • Add the pasta and water to the pan. Toss and cook for a few minutes or until sauce is thick and pasta is well coated. ***(See note)
  • Serve in bowls garnished with basil and cheese.

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