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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta served in a bowl with fresh basil garnish

Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta

A quick and comforting creamy tomato garlic pasta dish that combines pantry staples for a rich and satisfying meal in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
  • 8 ounces pasta of your choice (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 14.5 ounces can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • to taste Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to the package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
  2. Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Taste and season with salt and pepper. If the sauce looks too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until every piece is evenly coated with sauce. Heat for 1 to 2 minutes to combine flavors.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan until it melts into the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with torn fresh basil and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days. For a lighter sauce, use whole-milk cream or a combination of milk and butter. This dish can be made dairy-free with a plant-based cream and cheese substitute.

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