Tomato Mascarpone Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this luxurious Tomato Mascarpone Sauce, a creamy and flavorful twist on a classic tomato-based dish. Made with rich mascarpone cheese, fragrant garlic, and fresh basil, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between tangy and velvety. A pinch of optional red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while grated Parmesan enriches the savory notes for an irresistible finish. In just 25 minutes, you can create this versatile sauce that pairs beautifully with pasta, gnocchi, or even as a base for baked dishes. Quick, easy, and packed with comforting flavors, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 0.5 cups Mascarpone cheese
- 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet or saucepan.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the oil. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. If using, add crushed red pepper flakes and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, stirring well to combine with the garlic and oil. Reduce heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the mascarpone cheese and continue cooking until it is fully melted and incorporated into the sauce, about 2-3 minutes.
Chop the fresh basil leaves and stir them into the sauce. Add salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
For an extra savory touch, stir in grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Serve hot over your choice of pasta or as a sauce for gnocchi. Garnish with additional basil or Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1238 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.0 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.4 g | 247% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 195 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 4277 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.2 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1053 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2852 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
