Description
A delightful escape into the world of comfort food, this dish combines rich flavors of ripe tomatoes, heavy cream, and garlic for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 cup ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until it turns golden brown.
- Add the diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
- Lower the heat, then stir in the heavy cream until you achieve a well-blended sauce.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Serve topped with fresh basil and optionally, some grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half. Add extra ingredients like sautéed spinach or grilled chicken for customization.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, tomato garlic pasta, quick dinner, weeknight meal, vegetarian pasta