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garlic infused olive oil
sweet onion
diced
white button mushrooms
sliced
baby portabella mushrooms
sliced
garlic
minced
full bodied red wine
veggie crumbles
diced tomatoes w/mushrooms
tomato sauce w/garlic, basil and oregano
tomato paste
red pepper flakes
ground cumin
roasted red peppers
roughly chop
sun dried tomatoes
diced
fresh basil
confetti
fresh flat leaf parsley
roughly chop
freshly grated nutmeg
salt
pepper
Heat garlic-infused olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add diced sweet onion and sauté until caramelized.
Add sliced white button mushrooms and baby portabella mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until they start to stick to the pan.
Pour in red wine (Petite Syrah) and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
Add minced garlic and continue to sauté until the liquid is reduced by about half.
Incorporate veggie crumbles, diced tomatoes with mushrooms, and tomato sauce with garlic, basil, and oregano. Stir well to combine.
Add red pepper flakes, ground cumin, and freshly grated nutmeg. Taste and adjust spices as needed.
Stir in roughly chopped roasted red peppers and diced sun-dried tomatoes.
Add tomato paste and continue to sauté until the sauce reaches the desired thickness. Taste and adjust spices again if necessary.
Incorporate fresh basil and flat-leaf parsley, reserving a small amount for garnish.
Stir well and plate the pasta sauce over cooked Bucatini Rigati.
Garnish with shaved parmesan and asiago cheese.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spiciness.
For a deeper smoky flavor, use smoked paprika.
Add a splash of balsamic vinegar at the end for extra tanginess.
Roast the red peppers yourself for an even smokier taste.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Serve in a bowl over pasta, topped with fresh basil and parmesan.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Pair with a simple salad.
Serve over pasta or gnocchi
Pairs well with tomato-based sauces.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Comfort food, adaptable to various dietary needs.
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