Description
Creamy Tomato Pasta is a rich and flavorful dish that combines pasta with a creamy tomato sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- Add heavy cream and dried basil. Mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Pasta, Pasta Recipes, Italian Pasta