Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy tomato garlic pasta, where rich flavors blend beautifully for a delightful meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until golden brown and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes along with salt and pepper. Simmer gently for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream gradually until well combined, creating a luscious pink sauce.
- Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce, mixing thoroughly. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well until each noodle is coated in creamy goodness. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use fresh garlic for superior flavor. For added nutrition, incorporate spinach or mushrooms. To make it vegan, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese.