Description
A delightful meal that brings warmth and comfort, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 cup ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add your spaghetti or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until it turns golden brown.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Let everything simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat and slowly pour in the heavy cream. Stir until everything is well blended and creamy.
- Toss your cooked pasta with the creamy tomato sauce until each noodle is coated.
- Serve topped with fresh basil and, if desired, sprinkle on some grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a heartier meal, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or plant-based meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, garlic pasta, quick dinner, Italian recipe, vegetarian pasta