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Sacchetti in Tomato Sauce: A Delicious Italian Pasta Recipe

Sacchetti in tomato sauce
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Every Sunday, Grandma would roll out pasta by hand, humming softly as she filled each sacchetto with cheese. These little pasta “purses” were her treasures, served in a warm tomato sauce that hugged every bite. Now, I bring that same love to my table—and you can too, with this easy, soul-satisfying recipe.

Ingredients

For the Sacchetti (store-bought or homemade):

  • 12 oz cheese sacchetti (available in most Italian sections or specialty stores)

For the Tomato Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh basil leaves

  • Grated Parmesan (for serving)

Instructions

  • In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion until soft.

  • Add crushed tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • While sauce simmers, cook sacchetti according to package directions.

  • Gently toss the cooked sacchetti into the sauce.

  • Serve hot with fresh basil and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan.

Notes

  • Add a splash of cream to the tomato sauce for a richer twist.

  • Want to go homemade? Sacchetti can be made with fresh pasta sheets and a ricotta-parmesan filling.

  • Garnish with chili flakes for a touch of heat.

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