Rosé Sauce (Blush or Pink Sauce)
This creamy rosé sauce - also called blush sauce or pink sauce - is a rich, velvety tomato-and-cream sauce that tastes like something you’d order at your favorite Italian restaurant, but it’s simple enough to make at home. It’s naturally gluten-free, comes together in under 30 minutes, and pairs beautifully with chicken, shrimp, or any gluten-free pasta.
Equipment
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 cuting board
- 1 large pan
- 1 Large spoon
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 4-6 garlic cloves minced or chopped
- 1 28 ounce canned tomato puree
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 cup heavy cream I use heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
- gluten free pasta or tortellini cook according to packages instructions
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1–2 minutes, just until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden. Keep an eye on it - you don’t want the garlic to burn.
- Stir in the tomato purée and crushed red pepper flakes. It might splatter a bit, so pour carefully. Stir everything together, then cover and let it come up to a gentle simmer.
- Once it starts to bubble, lower the heat and simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. This helps the tomatoes cook down and the flavors blend.
- Stir in the heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese. Keep stirring until the butter melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy - about 3–5 minutes.
- Give it a taste and season with salt and pepper. If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water, broth, or plain water to loosen it up.
- Toss the sauce with your favorite gluten-free pasta - tortellini, penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti all work beautifully. Serve right away with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
** Nutritional does not include pasta
Additional Notes
- You can make the sauce up to 3 days ahead and store it in the fridge. Reheat slowly and add a splash of water or pasta water if it thickens.
- It also freezes well! Portion it into 1-cup servings and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for an easy protein boost.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 16th of recipeCalories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 7gFat: 30gCholesterol: 62mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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