Description
A comforting and delicious creamy tomato garlic pasta that is quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling water in a large pot. Add your pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add Tomatoes: Toss in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) into the skillet and stir. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld.
- Incorporate Cream: Lower the heat and mix in the heavy cream. Stir until warm, bringing richness to the sauce.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the drained pasta into the skillet. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and toss everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Dish out the creamy pasta while warm, garnishing with fresh basil for that pop of color and flavor.
Notes
For a complete meal, serve with a light salad or garlic bread. Consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- 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: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, tomato garlic, quick dinner, weeknight meal, vegetarian pasta