7 Easy Pasta Sauces Even A Beginner Can Make

By Shireen Jamooji

January 8, 2023

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Pasta is one of those dishes that never fails to impress but making it is more straightforward than it looks. Here are some simple sauces that even a beginner can wow with. 

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Classic Tomato

Sauté onions and garlic, add canned tomatoes, simmer with basil and oregano.

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Aglio E Olio

Heat garlic in olive oil, toss with cooked spaghetti, sprinkle red pepper flakes, and parsley.

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Pesto

Blend fresh basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, and olive oil  for a smooth herbaceous sauce. 

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Marinara

Slowly cook tomatoes, garlic, onions, and herbs until thickened. Add a splash of white wine for extra flavour.

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Bolognese

Brown minced meat, add tomatoes, onions, carrots, celery, and simmer.

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Carbonara

Mix cooked pasta with eggs, cheese, bacon, and black pepper.

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Alfredo

Melt butter, stir in cream, add Parmesan until creamy, season with salt and pepper.

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