It saves my weeknight dinners.
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Ive long been a fan ofThe Pasta Queen.
Ive tried a number of them and they are, in fact, gorgeous.
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She does an incredible job turning basic ingredients into restaurant-worthy dishes.
I admire her commitment to high-quality ingredients, so I assumed her sauces would reflect that.
I also liked that they were being offered at a super accessible store like Walmart.
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I snagged a few jars and put them through a taste test with my neighbors.
Both sauces had great fresh tomato flavor, not too sweet or concentrated like some jarred sauces.
They were the right consistency for tossing with pasta, neither too liquidy nor too dry.
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The Verdict
The sauces were a big hit.
While it says spicy, the vodka sauce is mild with a subtle spiciness.
That makes it a crowd-pleaser, and my two-year-old neighbor could not get enough.
Its just creamy enough without feeling heavy and would pair well with a range of pasta shapes.
The Arrabbiata has a more noticeable kick from the chile, which I loved.
Its just right for spice lovers, and spice fiends can sprinkle extra red pepper flakes on top.
The simple sauce has excellent tomato flavor and tastes homemade.
I loved it with the bucatini, but any pasta shape will do.
The Pasta Queens sauce line also includes a couple of cheesy, creamy options, if youre so inclined.
Ill be stocking up for emergency dinners that feel anything but last minute.
