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This rich and tangy tomato alfredo sauce comes together in just 15 minutes. It is a great weeknight dinner if you’re not feeling like cooking, requiring only a few pantry staples, and quite filling until your next meal.
There’s something about pasta that keeps bringing me back to it, and I love trying to make new fusion recipes.
Hence this Alfredo and tomato sauce, which gets my creative juices going and is an easy-going dish to have in your pigeonhole of quick dinner recipes.
It is a simple enough recipe that requires cooking tomato puree with sauteed onions and garlic and emulsifying it with heavy cream to have the lavish and creamy mesh.
Pair it with garlic bread or Texas toast and you’re in for an exquisite delight tonight!
It is one of the gluten-free Italian recipes that is extremely versatile and a total winner that the whole family would love.
So, are you ready to get your socks knocked off?
Equipment Required
Ingredients In This Alfredo And Tomato Sauce Recipe
Pasta: Usually fettuccini, spaghetti, or linguine are preferred when it comes to alfredo sauce, but in the end, it’s all about what you like. So, I went for macaroni.
Butter: Butter lends richness and makes the sauce vibrant and lustrous. Go for unsalted butter to adjust the saltiness of the sauce better.
Onion: Onions provide a distinct aroma and a sweet and savory base.
Ginger-garlic paste: You can also mince the ginger and garlic instead of adding the paste. I only used the paste to save some prep time.
Tomatoes: Any type of tomato works with this recipe. Another popular option is to make the sun dried tomato alfredo sauce for its smokey touch.
Red chili flakes: They spice up the sauce and also contribute to the overall texture and color.
Oregano: Oregano adds a hint of herbal goodness, and its aroma makes the dish irresistible.
Cream: I used homemade cream from the milk, but you can use the store-bought version for convenience’s sake.
Mozzarella: You can choose parmesan also.
Salt & pepper
How To Make Tomato Alfredo Sauce
Cook the pasta:
Boil some water in a skillet, add salt and oil, and cook the pasta for 7-8 minutes till al dante.
Reserve some pasta water and strain out the rest.
Whip up the sauce:
In a skillet, melt butter, add onion, and ginger-garlic paste, and saute them for a minute on high flame till the onions are translucent.
Make a tomato puree using the blender, and add it to the skillet. Add salt, and cook till the butter has separated from the puree.
Now add oregano, red chili flakes, and heavy cream. Mix them well. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
Final steps:
Now combine the pasta with the sauce and finish it off by adding some shredded mozzarella cheese.
Your pasta with tomato alfredo sauce is ready.
Tips & Variations
Mixing alfredo sauce with tomato sauce: This method is a longer one, but the result is so worth it! Make the alfredo sauce and the marina sauce separately, and then combine them. Alfredo sauce mixed with tomato sauce is richer, creamier, and more delicious, but not time-friendly or efficient.
Make it herby: Herbs play a big role when making pasta. So grab some parsley, thyme, or basil from your garden and dump them in for freshness.
Protein-rich meal: Don’t shy away from adding some cooked shredded chicken or fish in the sauce. They add an extra layer of depth to the flavor. Plus, they elevate the protein which is never a problem.
Veggie loaded: Just like meat, incorporating some roasted veggies like capsicum, sweet corn, or beans can make it into a wholesome meal, overloaded with nutrients.
How To Store
In the fridge: This sauce can last for up to a week by being stored in an air-tight container.
In the freezer: If you’re looking to store the sauce for a longer duration, you can freeze it for at least 2 months.
Reheating: Thaw the sauce overnight if frozen, then reheat it in a pan or skillet. You can also add water to thin out the sauce and regain some consistency.
FAQs
What dishes can I make using the sauce?
This Alfredo sauce pairs well with a variety of dishes from pasta, and vegetables, to chicken and even seafood. It can also be used as a base for lasagna or a topping for baked dishes.
Can I make the sauce dairy-free?
Yes, you can make a dairy-free version of the sauce by using dairy-free alternatives for the butter, cream, and mozzarella cheese. Coconut milk or almond milk can be used in place of cream, and nutritional yeast can provide a cheesy flavor without dairy.
Please rate and comment if you make this tomato alfredo sauce so I know how much you like it.
Easy And Creamy Tomato Alfredo Sauce
Ingredients
For Tomato Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 medium Onion chopped
- 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
- 4 medium Tomato pureed
- Salt
- ¾ tsp Oregano
- ¾ tsp Red chili flakes
- ⅓ cup Heavy cream
Instructions
- Boil some water in a skillet, add salt and oil, and cook the pasta for 7-8 minutes till al dante.
- Reserve some pasta water and strain out the rest.
- In a skillet, melt butter, add onion, and ginger-garlic paste, and saute them for a minute on high flame till the onions are translucent.
- Make a tomato puree using the blender, and add it to the skillet. Add salt, and cook till the butter has separated from the puree.
- Now add oregano, red chili flakes, and heavy cream. Mix them well. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Now combine the pasta with the sauce and finish it off by adding some shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Your pasta with tomato alfredo sauce is ready.
Notes
- Mixing alfredo sauce with tomato sauce: This method is a longer one, but the result is so worth it! Make the alfredo sauce and the marina sauce separately, and then combine them. Alfredo sauce mixed with tomato sauce is richer, creamier, and more delicious, but not time-friendly or efficient.
- Make it herby: Herbs play a big role when making pasta. So grab some parsley, thyme, or basil from your garden and dump them in for freshness.
- Protein-rich meal: Don’t shy away from adding some cooked shredded chicken or fish in the sauce. They add an extra layer of depth to the flavor. Plus, they elevate the protein which is never a problem.
- Veggie loaded: Just like meat, incorporating some roasted veggies like capsicum, sweet corn, or beans can make it into a wholesome meal, overloaded with nutrients.