Denises Italian Rose Sauce Food

TORTELLINI IN CREAMY ROSé SAUCE

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil and the onion. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent. Add the garlic and the red pepper flakes and cook an additional 2 minutes, until fragrant.
• Add the white wine, and simmer until most of the liquid is gone, about 4 more minutes. Pour in the pureed tomatoes and the Italian seasoning and bring the sauce up to a simmer. Cover with a tight-fitting lid, and let cook for 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil for the tortellini. Cook according to the package. Set aside.
• Add the heavy cream and the parmesan to the sauce and stir well to combine.
• Toss the sauce with the tortellini and top with additional parmesan, chopped basil, and black pepper.

SAUCE ROSEE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat and add basil, thyme, oregano, parsley and dried red pepper flakes; stir together.
• Add onion, bell pepper and garlic and cook until onions are transparent; add tomato sauce and bring to a boil, stirring well. Add chicken bouillon and sugar; stir.
• While the sauce is cooking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to the package instructions (fresh tortellini take less time than dried). Drain and set aside.
• Reduce heat, add cream and wine; bring close to a boil, stirring constantly. Add pasta and serve.