Description
Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta is a delightful dish bursting with rich flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 400g canned diced tomatoes
- 200ml heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain it and set it aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices, and let this mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring each strand is well coated.
- Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a lighter version, reduce the heavy cream or substitute with half-and-half or Greek yogurt. Pair with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, tomato garlic pasta, quick dinner, Italian recipe, comfort food