Description
Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of tomatoes and garlic, enveloped in a silky cream sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, this pasta dish is sure to impress. With its vibrant colors and comforting aromas, each bowl offers a taste experience that feels both indulgent and effortless, making it a favorite for home cooks of all skill levels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add salt until it tastes like the sea.
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic in olive oil for about 1 minute.
- Add crushed whole tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until fully coated.
- Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese and chopped basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 85mg