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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta

A delightful one-pot dish combining creamy sauce, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic garlic, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup ripe tomatoes (diced) Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or plant-based cream for a lighter version.
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced) Adjust based on preference for garlicky flavor.
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped) Can garnish with additional basil.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until golden brown.
  2. Add diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream until well blended.
Combining
  1. Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated.
  2. Serve topped with fresh basil and optional grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or additional vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.