Source: Ildi, AdobeStock Pasta itself is a versatile side dish that pairs well with almost any ingredient. For example, pasta with sauce – tomato, cheese, sour cream, or others – turns out wonderfully. Today, we'll share 12 of the best recipes for such sauces. Now, family dinners will be even more enjoyable!
1. Tomato Sauce for Pasta
Source: pinterest.comA quick, thick, meatless sauce based on tomato paste.
You will need: 60g tomato paste, 400ml water, 1 onion, 1 tsp sugar, 0.5 tsp salt, 2 tbsp flour, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 bay leaf, aromatic herbs, spices.
Preparation: Chop and fry the onion until golden. Add the tomato paste, stir, and cook for another 2 minutes. Dissolve the flour in a small amount of water, add it to the pan, and stir. Pour in the remaining water, stirring constantly, add all the spices, and simmer the sauce for 10 minutes over medium heat. Then, simmer for another 10 minutes over low heat, covered.
2. Pork Sauce for Pasta
Source: postila.ru You can use broth instead of water for an even tastier sauce.
You will need: 450g pork, 3 onions, 1 carrot, 50g tomato paste, 2-4 cloves garlic, spices, 200ml water.
Preparation: Cut the pork into medium pieces and fry until browned. Add thinly sliced onion and grated carrot, stir, and simmer until cooked through over low heat, covered. 5 minutes before the end, pour in the tomato paste diluted in water with spices and minced garlic.
3. Chicken Sauce for Pasta
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA light, almost diet-friendly recipe using equally light meat.
You will need: 400g chicken fillet, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp flour, 2 cups water, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop and fry the chicken fillet until browned. Add chopped onion and grated carrot, and fry for another 5 minutes. Add a cup of hot water, tomato paste, and spices. Simmer everything, covered, for 20 minutes over low heat. Dissolve the flour in another cup of water, pour it into the pan, bring to a boil again, stirring, and remove the sauce from the heat.
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4. Beef Sauce for Pasta
Source: dzen.ru If desired, you can add a little celery to the vegetables.
You will need: 500g beef, 2 carrots, 2 onions, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 tbsp flour, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 300ml water, spices.
Preparation: Cut the beef and fry until browned. Separately chop and fry the onion with carrots, add sour cream and tomato paste to the vegetables, and stir. Dissolve the flour in cold water, pour it into the pan, and stir again. Add the meat to the sauce, season to taste, and simmer for another 10-15 minutes over low heat until the beef is tender.
5. Cheese Sauce for Pasta
Source: sovet-ok.ruCheese has always been and will always be the best complement to any pasta dish.
You will need: 2 tbsp flour, 1 cup milk, 50g butter, 200g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Fry the flour in butter until golden. Pour in warm milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil and add spices and grated cheese. Cook the sauce, continuing to stir, until thick and smooth.
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6. Sour Cream Sauce for Pasta
Source: attuale.ruFor extra vibrancy, we recommend adding some chopped herbs to the sauce.
You will need: 100g sour cream (15% fat), 1/2 onion, 45g butter, 1 tsp paprika, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Chop the onion, fry it in butter until golden, add paprika with garlic, and stir. Add sour cream and spices, and heat everything together for about 5 minutes over low heat.
7. Mushroom Sauce for Pasta
Source: food.pibig.infoThis sauce is especially good for its vibrant mushroom aroma.
You will need: 300g mushrooms, 300ml milk, 1 tsp flour, 50g butter, 1 onion, spices.
Preparation: Slice the onion into half-rings and fry in butter until golden. Add coarsely chopped mushrooms and fry for 5-10 minutes until soft. Sprinkle with flour, stir, and season. Stirring, pour in the milk and simmer the sauce until thickened.
8. Minced Meat Sauce for Pasta
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruHomemade mixed minced meat would be perfect here.
You will need: 500g minced meat, 2 carrots, 2 onions, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp tomato paste, spices.
Preparation: Fry the chopped onion until translucent, add grated carrot and fry for another 5 minutes. Add the minced meat and fry until cooked through, stirring. Then add spices, tomato paste, garlic, and a little water if necessary. Simmer everything together for another 3 minutes.
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9. Liver Sauce for Pasta
Source: attuale.ruTo make the liver more tender, you can soak it in milk for a while.
You will need: 350g beef or other liver, 250ml water, 1 onion, 15g dill, 1 tbsp flour, 1 tsp paprika, spices.
Preparation: Slice the onion into feathers and fry for a few minutes. Add the liver pieces and fry for another 5-7 minutes, stirring. Dissolve the flour in water and pour it over the liver. Bring to a boil, season, add chopped dill, and simmer the sauce for another couple of minutes.
10. Tomato and Bell Pepper Sauce for Pasta
Source: povar.ruAn excellent meatless vegetable sauce – very vibrant and delicious.
You will need: 500g tomatoes, 1 bell pepper, 1 clove garlic, 1/2 chili pepper, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Peel and dice the tomatoes. Mince the garlic, chili, and herbs, and also dice the bell pepper. Lightly fry the bell pepper in a pan, add the tomatoes, and simmer for 7-8 minutes over high heat. Add all other ingredients and simmer the sauce for another 1-2 minutes.
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11. Sausage Sauce for Pasta
Source: postila.ru A simple and budget-friendly quick recipe.
You will need: 200g sausage, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 2-3 tbsp tomato sauce, 2 tbsp flour, spices
Preparation: Slice the sausage, chop the onion, and grate the carrot. Fry everything together in a pan until golden. Separately, fry the flour in a small amount of oil until golden, add the tomato sauce, then pour in about a cup of hot water, stirring constantly. Pour this sauce over the vegetables and sausage, season, and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
12. Sausage and Vegetable Sauce for Pasta
Source: receptikk.ruWorks equally well with both boiled and smoked sausages.
You will need: 4 sausages, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 carrot, 1/2 bell pepper, 1-2 celery stalks, 1 tbsp tomato paste, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Chop all vegetables and lightly fry until soft. Add sliced sausages and continue frying until browned. Add tomato paste, spices, herbs, and a little water. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes over low heat.