Description
A delightful pasta dish that combines rich flavors and a creamy texture, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (your choice: spaghetti, penne, or fettuccine)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Begin by boiling a pot of salted water and cook your pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes and let them simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Cream it up: Pour in the heavy cream and gently bring it to a simmer.
- Combine with pasta: Add the already cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it around with the sauce. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season: Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve warm: Plate your pasta and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
Consider adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition and flavor. Reserve some pasta water to thin the sauce if it gets too thick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pasta, tomato, creamy, garlic, easy dinner, vegetarian, comfort food