Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta
A quick and creamy pasta dish made with tomatoes and garlic, perfect for a fast dinner.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (your choice) Use your favorite type of pasta.
- 2 tbsp olive oil For sautéing garlic.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Minced for flavor.
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes Includes juice.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Adds creaminess.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For flavor.
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
- to garnish Fresh basil For garnish when serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Cooking
- Add the diced tomatoes (with juice) and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat, stir in the heavy cream, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, and toss to combine.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Use good pasta and salt the water for flavor. Do not overcook the garlic. If the sauce thickens too much, add pasta water when reheating.