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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta

Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta: Your New Favorite Quick Comfort Dish

This Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta is a delightful and quick comfort dish, perfect for weeknights and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti or Fettuccine Choose your preferred pasta.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Diced Ripe Tomatoes Fresh or canned.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For creaminess.
  • 3-4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Fresh Basil For garnishing.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti or fettuccine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes until tomatoes soften and release juices.
  4. Lower heat and pour in heavy cream, stirring for 2-3 minutes until well combined and warmed.
  5. Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce. Heat for another minute.
  6. Serve pasta garnished with fresh basil and optionally sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a lighter option, consider using Greek yogurt or cashew cream instead of heavy cream. Add vegetables for extra nutrition.

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