Description
Creamy tomato pasta is a delightful and comforting dish that brings the flavors of Italy to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a luscious sauce made from ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and rich heavy cream. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this pasta dish not only pleases the palate but also adds a vibrant touch to your dinner table. Customize it with your favorite proteins or vegetables for a nutritious twist that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226g) pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fettuccine)
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
- 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saut? minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add canned diced tomatoes (with juice) and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, simmering for an additional 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg