Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta, a comforting dish that combines the tangy taste of tomatoes with the creaminess of Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- extra Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper; simmer for 8–10 minutes.
- Make it Creamy: Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and cook for 2–3 minutes until sauce is creamy.
- Combine and Serve: Toss in pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or Italian sausage.
- To make it lighter, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 510 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 64 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
