Palomino Sauce Served Over Pasta

Transform your pasta night with the luxurious taste of Palomino Sauce—a creamy, tomato-based sauce that blends the richness of heavy cream with the tangy depth of crushed tomatoes. Perfectly seasoned with dried basil, oregano, and just a hint of sweetness, this silky sauce is further elevated by freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a delightful umami finish. In just 45 minutes, you can create this restaurant-quality pasta dish featuring tender penne or your favorite pasta shape, all coated in a velvety, rose-hued sauce. Garnish with fresh basil for a fragrant, eye-catching touch, and serve this Italian-inspired masterpiece at your next cozy dinner or special occasion. Ideal for lovers of creamy tomato sauce recipes, this dish is as comforting as it is spectacular.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 16 ounces penne pasta (or pasta of your choice)
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stir well, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Mix until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.

Step 8

If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, to thin it to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Toss the cooked pasta with the Palomino sauce in the skillet until well coated.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1728.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2362.7

Total Fat 138.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 320mg	0%
Sodium 3623.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.6g
Protein 70.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1122.4mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2091.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.1%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 34.9%