7 Easy Pasta Sauce Recipes for Busy Weeknights

Simple Marinara

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One-Pot Alfredo

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Easy Pesto

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Quick Carbonara

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Spicy Arrabbiata

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Creamy Tomato Basil

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Garlic Butter

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