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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta

A quick and satisfying pasta dish featuring creamy garlic sauce and fresh tomatoes, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine Use your preferred shape
Sauce
  • 1 cup ripe tomatoes, diced Peel if smoother texture is desired
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter sauce
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1 tsp garlic paste can be used
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped For garnish
  • Salt and pepper To taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 30 to 60 seconds.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is blended and warmed through.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat each strand in the sauce. Heat together for 1 minute.
Serving
  1. Divide the pasta into bowls, sprinkle with fresh basil, and finish with grated Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve immediately while the sauce is warm. Pair with a green salad and a squeeze of lemon for added brightness. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.

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