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Creamy pink sauce pasta made with beet or tomato cream sauce, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil in a white bowl.

Pink Sauce Pasta (Beet or Tomato Cream Sauce)

Pink Sauce Pasta is a creamy, comforting pasta recipe made with either a naturally vibrant beet cream sauce or a classic tomato cream sauce. This easy homemade pink pasta features garlic, cream, and Parmesan for a silky smooth sauce that coats every bite of pasta beautifully. Perfect for Valentine’s Day dinners, date nights, or weeknight meals, this pink pasta recipe is both visually stunning and simple to make. Customize it with your favorite pasta shape, add chicken or shrimp for protein, or keep it vegetarian for an elegant yet approachable dish the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet or saucepan
  • Blender or Food Processor for beet version
  • Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients (Both Versions)

  • Pasta of choice penne, rigatoni, fettuccine, or spaghetti
  • Olive oil or butter
  • Garlic minced
  • Heavy cream
  • Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Red pepper flakes optional

Option 1: Beet Pink Sauce

  • Roasted or boiled beets peeled
  • Vegetable or chicken broth for blending

Option 2: Tomato Pink Sauce

  • Tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil or butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Beet Version:
  • Blend cooked beets with a splash of broth until smooth. Add the beet purée to the skillet, then stir in heavy cream.
  • Tomato Version:
  • Add tomato sauce directly to the skillet, followed by heavy cream. Stir until fully combined and heated through.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and silky. Add pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  • Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until evenly coated. Serve warm with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 2.5mg
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