Want to fake a great pasta dinner? Here’s the quickie way to great pasta sauce.
From Dairy Made Easy by Leah Schapira and Victoria Dwek
Penne a la Vodka: Combine 1 (26-ounce) jar Marinara-style Vodka Sauce and 2 cups heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. When heated through, add in Parmesan cheese.
Pesto Cream Pasta Sauce: Combine 1 to 2 tablespoons oil and ½ cup prepared pesto in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 cups heavy cream. Raise heat and bring to a boil. Add 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste.
Alfredo Sauce: Melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add 2 tablespoons flour and stir. Add 2 cups of heavy cream and bring to a boil. Lower heat and add about ½ cup parmesan cheese. Cook until thickened.
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Hi/any replacement for heavy cream??Maybe Greek yogurt???
Thanks-
Suri Weiss
I always use a plain Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream. My kids never know the difference. It does have a bit of a more tangy taste but still delicious and super creamy
Hi! What’s 1/2 cup prepared pesto?
Rachel, prepared pesto is usually found in freezer sections or refrigerators in supermarkets. You can also easily make your own by blending basil, garlic, olive oil and some nuts.