Southwestern Marinara Sauce
This is a superb version of the classic marinara sauce with added southern hospitality.
This is a superb version of the classic marinara sauce with added southern hospitality.
Servings 6 Portions
Ingredients
- 3 rashers lean bacon chopped
- 2 medium onions finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium zucchini diced
- 28 oz tomatoes peel
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 12 oz salsa jar
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Cook bacon in a medium, non-reactive (non-aluminum) saucepan over medium-high heat until it has browned lightly. Pour off any excess fat.
- Add onions, garlic and zucchini and saute over medium heat until soft, about 8 minutes.
- Add tomatoes and break up with a fork. Add corn and salsa. Bring to a simmer and cook slowly for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toss sauce with cooked pasta and serve immediately.
Notes
A simple sauce that packs taste, flavour, texture and aromas to any pasta dish. Serve with meatballs for a superb meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 375mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g