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Very good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-05-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KristiBenshoof357"},"reviewBody":"I made this a couple of nights ago and we enjoyed it. I didn't have any white wine, so I used the red that we had open and it just added to the \"blush\". Served with French bread and a green salad for \"Meatless Monday\". Seems it would also be good with some cooked chicken, as others have mentioned.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"koppier57"},"reviewBody":"I was disappointed with the sauce. It had a gummy texture and the flavor was just okay. Next time I will make a bechamel sauce instead of mixing the flour with the cream at the end and add sun-dried tomatoes and garlic.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-04-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tammycookblogsbooks"},"reviewBody":"
Really Good! This dish is tasty & creamy. Used 1\/4 vodka & 1\/4 cup chicken broth. Also added minced garlic after the onions were cooked.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-09-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PageRD"},"reviewBody":"
I thought it was very good, although I agree that the thyme is overwhelming. It was pretty easy to put together. I served this with a green salad and garlic bread. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jackraul683"},"reviewBody":"Easy and quick dinner, I added peas and white wine and the sauce was much better.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-10-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Joan626"},"reviewBody":"
Very good as written. Next time I will reduce the thyme and increase the basil; IMHO that may make this a 5-star recipe.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-12-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jim759"},"reviewBody":"
I thought it was ok. However, the wife thought the thyme was overwhelming and made the dish taste like soap.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-01-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"wintermom9597@yahoo.com"},"reviewBody":"
Read thru the reviews and made some changes - cut the amount of thyme, added garlic, made extra sauce and was not thrilled with the end result. Needs way more flavor. And the sauce was sticky. Good thing was it was pretty quick to put together, but doubt I'd make it again. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-03-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LPHJKitchen"},"reviewBody":"
This recipe is so easy but so flavorful! We subbed in gluten-free flour to fit our dietary needs with great success! I might add a bit more basil next time as we like that herb! This would be great served with some grilled chicken or steak! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeDice"},"reviewBody":"I like the simplicity of this sauce. It lends itself to a variety of possibilities for additions. I did double the sauce ingredients. I added minced garlic & used a can of petite diced tomatoes in place of the paste. I like Italian sausage added to this recipe also. I browned that along with the onions. Thanks for the inspiration :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBattery"},"reviewBody":"We loved it, I agree with the other reviews that a little less thyme. Only problem I had is the sauce to pasta ratio, I took out a large amount of pasta before adding sauce and could have still done with a little more sauce to look like the picture.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-05-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCandy"},"reviewBody":"This was a simple recipe that came together quickly. The sauce stuck very well to the penne but it was too thick for most of family's taste. While everyone ate it, it was dubbed \"different\" and \"weird but still good\" from the kids. Ultimately, I think it comes down to this was not a different pasta dish than they are accustomed to. I served it with grilled chicken and salad and everyone was content.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldClover"},"reviewBody":"I thought the amount of thyme called for was just a bit too much for my tastes, so I cut it in half. I added an extra tablespoon of tomato paste, and I thought that was just right. This recipe is so rich and creamy. Everyone in my family ate it, including the kids! This is a keeper.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-02-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCupcake"},"reviewBody":"This is my family's favorite meal. It's the requested birthday dinner for my husband and daughter. I make it a lot when we have company over. I use more tomato paste than the recipe calls for. It's also great with shrimp or chicken added to it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldBandAid"},"reviewBody":"This was such a breeze to make and tastes great! I really liked the strong spice blend with the light sauce. We lightened it up even more by serving it with cooked spaghetti squash instead of penne. Even tastes great as leftovers! :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeFlask"},"reviewBody":"Absolutely delicious...one of our favorites! I often add chunks of grilled chicken.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldSushi"},"reviewBody":"Amazing! Love it! Made 3 batches...2 for friends and 1 for us! 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I agree with Kim as the sauce to pasta ration was a bit off so I also made less pasta for this amount of sauce. It was only for my husband and myself so it worked out fine. If I were to be serving to more than two, I would just double the recipe. 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