Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes & Garlic
Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes & Garlic
A simple, fresh tomato-and-garlic sauce, milled smooth and tossed with linguine — clean Italian flavour in half an hour.
Prep: 10 minutes · Cook: 20 minutes
What Is Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes & Garlic?
A clean, classic pasta in which canned tomatoes are simmered with garlic and parsley, then milled smooth into a silky sauce for linguine.
Why Make Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes & Garlic?
- Quick, fresh and uncomplicated
- A smooth, restaurant-style tomato sauce
- Pantry-friendly with canned tomatoes
- Naturally vegetarian with vegetable broth
- Ready in about 30 minutes
Unico Products Used in This Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb linguine
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh Italian parsley (chopped)
- 2 x 19 oz diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1/3 cup chicken broth (if needed)
- salt and pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
Instructions
- For the sauce, heat the oil in a pan over medium heat, add the garlic and parsley and stir a few times.
- Add the tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, reduce to medium-low and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, 10-15 minutes.
- Pass the sauce through a food mill or puree in a processor, then return to the pan and keep warm; loosen with chicken broth if too thick.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil, add 1 tbsp salt and cook the linguine per the package.
- Drain the pasta, add the sauce, mix well and adjust the seasoning.
Cooking Tips
- Mill or blend the sauce for a silky texture
- Cook the sauce down so it isn't watery
- Loosen with a little broth or pasta water if needed
- Use good canned tomatoes for the best flavour
- Finish with a drizzle of raw olive oil
Frequently Asked Questions About Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes & Garlic
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1. Why mill or blend the sauce?
It creates a smooth, restaurant-style texture; skip it if you prefer a chunkier, rustic sauce.
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2. Can I use fresh tomatoes?
Yes, when they're ripe and in season; peel and seed them, and cook a little longer.
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3. What pasta works best?
Long pasta like linguine or spaghetti suits this smooth sauce.
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4. How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate up to 3 days; the sauce also freezes well for up to 3 months.
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5. Is it vegetarian?
Yes; use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to loosen the sauce.
Cooking Guides & Tips
Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes & Garlic Made Simple
Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes and Garlic proves a great tomato sauce needs little more than good tomatoes and patience. Unico diced tomatoes give it a bright, smooth base.