Shivi Ramoutar, a regular chef on ITV's This Morning, has shared her secret for a mouth-watering homemade pasta sauce: butter. The chef says that cooking onions in butter, alongside olive oil, creates a rich, caramelised base that elevates the sauce.
Ramoutar explained her simple recipe: sweat a large onion in butter and olive oil until golden and sweet, then add oregano, fresh basil, a tin and a half of chopped tomatoes, salt, and chilli flakes. Simmer until thickened. She described the result as 'fantastic', especially with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
The chef shared her tips ahead of World Pasta Day on 25 October, a global celebration established in 1995 to honour pasta's culinary heritage. The day is marked by cooking demonstrations, special menus, and educational events.
Ramoutar, also a cookbook author, can be followed on social media at @ShiviRamoutar.
