Description
A delightful dish that combines heavy cream with garlic and tomatoes for a quick, comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Add the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, mixing until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring that each piece is coated evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half. Use gluten-free pasta for dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy tomato garlic, quick dinner, Italian cuisine, family meal