by Nicole Jordan
A while back, I shared a recipe for a summer pasta sauce that was simple to make and vibrant with the addition of fresh lemon zest. And while it’s delicious, especially since citrus is in season, it’s not a recipe I tend to use in the colder winter months. Instead, I crave something rich and buttery that can accompany anything from fresh fish or red meats to winter squashes and parsnips. As it turns out, a simple onion and butter based recipe will do the trick. The richness of the butter and the sweetness of the onions create a robust base for a sauce that can handle the complex flavors of other ingredients. I’ve been using a 14oz can of diced tomatoes for this recipe and I adjust the amount of butter in relation to what the sauce will accompany. My favorite use for this recipe is in a ratatouille, since the butter effortlessly gathers and distributes the aroma and flavor of the herbs to create a full-bodied, heart warming dish.
You can find the recipe here.
You can find the recipe here.