Author Notes
Swap the traditional tomatoes for strawberries in this unique marinara sauce. The strawberries give this marinara a meatier taste and gentler tartness than typical tomato-based marinara. Goes well with fettuccine or spaghetti, topped with parmesan. —Janelle, TheOtium
Ingredients
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3.5 cups
diced strawberries
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1/2
large onion, diced
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1
red bell pepper, seeded and diced
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olive oil
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3 tablespoons
balsamic vinegar
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salt and pepper
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handful fresh oregano, chopped
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handful fresh basil, chopped
Directions
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Combine the strawberries, onion, bell pepper, garlic, and olive oil in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until softened, about 10 minutes — use white wine to deglaze the pan as needed. Use a potato masher to break up the strawberries.
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Add additional white wine, balsamic, and salt and pepper, all to taste. Continue to cook over medium heat until liquid is well incorporated into the sauce, about 5-10 minutes.
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Add chopped oregano and basil, stir well to incorporate, and cook until softened, only about 1 minute.
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Remove from heat and toss with al dente pasta. Top with freshly-grated parmesan.
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