Description
Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, featuring a rich and velvety sauce made from fresh tomatoes and aromatic garlic. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also delivers an explosion of flavors that will warm your soul. Perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests, it’s versatile enough to serve as a main course or alongside grilled proteins. Enjoy it paired with your favorite wine for a delightful dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until golden (about 1-2 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomatoes and cook until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Gradually add heavy cream while stirring; let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, mixing until well coated in sauce.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and torn basil leaves until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Customize with vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; add a splash of water when reheating to restore creaminess.