Savory Green Tomato Linguine Sauce
This Savory Green Tomato Linguine Sauce is a delicious and tangy alternative to traditional pasta sauces. Made with fresh green tomatoes, fragrant basil, and roasted garlic, this sauce brings a taste of the fall harvest to your dinner table. Perfect for using those late-season green tomatoes, this dish is a wonderful way to add a burst of flavor to your pasta. For a heartier meal, feel free to include shredded cooked chicken, making it a well-rounded family favorite. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese to elevate the flavors further!
6
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup (none)
medium green tomatoes
12 (cut into 1/4 slices)
kosher salt
to taste (none)
ground black pepper
to taste (none)
garlic cloves
6 (minced)
fresh basil leaves
24 (none)
linguine
1 lb (cooked according to package instructions)
Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup (freshly grated)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2
Spray a large shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking oil. Arrange the sliced green tomatoes in the dish, seasoning them generously with kosher salt and black pepper. Drizzle the olive oil over the top.
3
Bake the tomatoes uncovered in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until they soften slightly.
4
In a mini food processor, combine the minced garlic and fresh basil leaves. Process until finely chopped.
5
Remove the baking dish from the oven, sprinkle the garlic and basil mixture evenly over the softened tomatoes. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and return it to the oven for an additional 25 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft and lightly caramelized.
6
Carefully transfer the roasted mixture to a food processor or blender. Pulse a few times to achieve a chunky sauce texture. If using, add cooked chicken at this point.
7
Pour the sauce into a saucepan over low heat to warm through.
8
In the meantime, cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta.
9
Serve the warm sauce over the linguine, topping each serving with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Green Tomato Linguine Sauce?
It is a delicious and tangy alternative to traditional pasta sauces made with fresh green tomatoes, fragrant basil, and roasted garlic.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What temperature should I set my oven to for the tomatoes?
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
How many green tomatoes are needed for the sauce?
You will need 12 medium green tomatoes.
How should the green tomatoes be sliced?
The green tomatoes should be cut into 1/4 inch slices.
How much olive oil is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil.
What seasonings are used on the tomatoes before baking?
Season them generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
How long do the tomatoes bake in the first stage?
Bake the sliced tomatoes uncovered for about 25 minutes until they soften slightly.
How many garlic cloves are used in this sauce?
The recipe uses 6 garlic cloves, minced.
How many basil leaves should I use?
You will need 24 fresh basil leaves.
How do I prepare the garlic and basil mixture?
Combine the minced garlic and fresh basil in a mini food processor and process until finely chopped.
What happens after the first 25 minutes of baking?
Remove the dish from the oven, sprinkle the garlic and basil mixture over the tomatoes, and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
How long is the second baking period?
The tomatoes should bake for an additional 25 minutes while covered with foil.
What texture should the tomatoes have after the second bake?
The tomatoes should be soft and lightly caramelized.
How do I turn the roasted tomatoes into a sauce?
Transfer the roasted mixture to a food processor or blender and pulse a few times to achieve a chunky sauce texture.
Can I add meat to this recipe?
Yes, for a heartier meal, you can include shredded cooked chicken into the sauce.
How do I warm the sauce after processing it?
Pour the sauce into a saucepan over low heat to warm it through.
How much linguine should I prepare?
The recipe suggests using 1 lb of linguine.
How should the pasta be cooked?
Cook the linguine according to the package instructions until it is al dente.
What cheese is recommended for serving?
Use 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese to top the pasta.
Is this recipe suitable for a low cholesterol diet?
Yes, it is categorized under 'Low Cholesterol'.
Can vegetarians eat this dish?
Yes, it is a vegetarian dish unless you choose to add the optional chicken.
What makes this a good 'fall recipe'?
It is a wonderful way to use up late-season green tomatoes from the fall harvest.
Do I need to spray the baking dish?
Yes, spray a large shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking oil before arranging the tomatoes.
What kind of salt should I use?
The recipe specifies using kosher salt.
What kind of oil should I drizzle over the tomatoes?
Extra virgin olive oil is used for drizzling over the tomatoes before baking.
Is the sauce served cold or warm?
The sauce should be served warm over the linguine.
Should the garlic and basil be added at the start of baking?
No, they are added halfway through the baking process after the tomatoes have softened for 25 minutes.
What tools do I need for the sauce texture?
You can use either a food processor or a blender to pulse the mixture.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include pasta sauce, green tomatoes, linguine, low cholesterol, vegetarian, comfort food, and easy dinner.