Homemade Linguine Marinara
Homemade Linguine Marinara is made with a wonderful tomato sauce. There is a great food debate in Italy ( yes, another one, we know!) about where Marinara sauce originated. Some say Naples. Others say Sicily.
What we can tell you though is that the Tomato family did not travel to Europe until the 15th Century. We have Christopher Columbus to thank and his voyage to the Americas. He was looking for India, of course! Ah, how mistakes change the culinary world!
Homemade Linguine Marinara is always a treat. We have made this version using Peetz S.M.A.R.T Homemade Pasta. It’s full of whole and ancient grains. And it’s gluten free. Give it a swirl!
Homemade Linguine Marinara
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 medium red onion diced small
- 5 garlic cloves peeled, crushed and chopped
- 1 / 19 ounce cans San Marzano tomatoes
- salt to taste
- 1 recipe Peetz S.M.A.R.T Homemade Pasta or store bought
Instructions
- Heat a large pan over medium high heat.
- Add olive oil.
- Add onion and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, while stirring.
- Add tomatoes and simmer for about an hour.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add Peetz S.M.A.R.T Homemade Pasta. Cook for 1 -2 minutes.
- Drain and reserve 1 cup of the pasta liquid.
- Add the water to the sauce and turn the heat up. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Taste and season the marinara sauce.
- Place the Peetz S.M.A.R.T Homemade Pasta in with the marinara sauce.
- Stir to combine and plate.
Chef Tips and Tricks
Our chefs work hard in our test kitchen to bring you the very best recipes. Here are some answers to your question. And always feel free to ask more in the comments sections. We will answer!
What makes San Marzano tomatoes so special?
These tomatoes have a perfectly balanced flavour between sweet and acidic. That’s why it is often the preferred tomato for sauces.
What is the difference between a Roma tomato and a San Marzano tomato?
The flesh of the San Marzano is thicker than the Roma. It also contains fewer seeds and it is sweeter.
How much salt should I add to the pasta water?
That depends on what kind of salt you are using. Sorry to be so vague! You want your pasta water to taste like the sea. This will flavour the pasta and then later the sauce.
What does adding some of the pasta water to the sauce do?
The pasta water contain the salt and starch from the pasta. This will add flavour and help to thicken it.
Which kind of wine would you suggest with Homemade Linguine Marinara?
We think cabernet sauvignon has the perfect acidity levels to balance the acid of the tomatoes in this recipe. Palate pleasing. Cheers!
And what about dessert?
We have something really authentic for you. In Italy olive oil is used in everything, even the desserts. Try this mouthwateringly, delicious Lemon Olive Oil Cake. Also made with Peetz S.M.A.R.T Blend!
Where can I buy Peetz S.M.A.R.T Blend?
We can a new online store where you can purchase it in 1 kilogram, 2 kilograms, 3 kilograms or 10 kilograms. Shop now!
