Description
A quick and satisfying creamy tomato garlic pasta that delivers vibrant flavors and comforts the entire family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 4 Fresh tomatoes (or 1 can diced tomatoes)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add diced tomatoes and simmer until softened.
- Create Creaminess: Stir in heavy cream and let it simmer for a few minutes. Add reserved pasta water gradually until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
- Combine: Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, coating it well with the sauce. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil before plating.
Notes
Serve with a fresh green salad and garlic bread for a complete meal. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick!
- 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: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy tomato pasta, quick dinner, vegetarian recipe, comfort food