Description
Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines perfectly cooked pasta with a rich, velvety tomato sauce infused with fresh basil. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, ensuring that every bite is a delightful experience. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality dish that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 can (28 oz) high-quality San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes: Stir in canned tomatoes, cooking for a few minutes to warm through.
- Incorporate Cream and Basil: Pour in heavy cream and mix until combined. Add torn basil leaves and let them wilt into the sauce.
- Combine Pasta: Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to coat each piece in the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Finish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg