Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
A simple and delicious creamy tomato basil pasta recipe, perfect for an easy dinner for four.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- 4 oz pasta of your choice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- ½ 1/2 cup heavy cream
- ½ 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- ½ Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes with their juices to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking down the tomatoes with a spoon.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy tomato sauce.
- Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Stir in chopped basil.
- Serve the creamy tomato basil pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy your easy and flavorful dinner!
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 420 |
|---|---|
| protein | 12g |
| carbohydrates | 46g |
| fat | 21g |
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