Creamy Tomato Pasta
A comforting and delicious creamy tomato pasta that evokes memories of family dinners and simple joys shared with loved ones.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz Pasta Any shape you love, like penne or fusilli.
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing and adding rich flavor.
- 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for fragrance.
- 14 oz Canned Tomatoes Use whole, diced, or crushed.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitutes like coconut milk can make it dairy-free.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated for finishing and flavor.
- Basil Fresh or dried for brightness.
- Salt and Pepper To taste for enhanced flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it heat through.
- Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss gently to coat the noodles in the creamy tomato goodness.
- Stir in the freshly chopped basil and Parmesan cheese just before serving.
Notes
You can store Creamy Tomato Pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, cool before storing.