7-tomato Paccheri Recipe
Fresh Paccheri, 7-Tomato Sauce, Basil
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Ingredients
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Pasta
7-Tomato Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Paccheri
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the paccheri pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later use.
7-Tomato Sauce Preparation
- 3
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped red onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped Roma tomatoes, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
- 5
Combine with Canned Tomatoes
Add the canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Add torn fresh basil leaves, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Combining and Serving
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained paccheri pasta directly into the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- 8
Serve the Dish
Plate the paccheri and sauce, garnishing with additional fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
