Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
A delicious and easy recipe for creamy tomato basil pasta, featuring fresh ingredients and a comforting sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
- 4 cups Fresh Tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup Fresh Basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated, plus more for serving
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain the rest, and set aside.
- Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften and release their juices.
- Pour in the heavy cream, mixing well. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the creamy sauce. Stir in chopped basil and season with pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and remaining basil if desired.
Notes
Don’t overcook the pasta and use fresh ingredients for best results.
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