Description
Creamy tomato pasta is a delightful and comforting dish that combines rich, velvety cream with the tangy sweetness of tomatoes and aromatic basil. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests without breaking a sweat. Each bite offers a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or farfalle)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with juice) and simmer for five minutes.
- Reduce heat and gradually stir in heavy cream. Let it simmer for an additional three minutes until slightly thickened.
- Mix in chopped basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce until well coated. Serve hot with grated Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a lighter version, swap heavy cream for Greek yogurt. - Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition. - Sprinkle red pepper flakes before serving for added heat.