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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta

Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta – Your New Weeknight Comfort Food

This Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta blends comfort and convenience, delivering a vegetarian-friendly dish in just 30 minutes.
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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 oz Spaghetti or Fettuccine Choose spaghetti for a classic vibe or fettuccine for an elegant presentation.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Diced Ripe Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes bring sweetness; canned can be a handy substitute.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for rich, creamy texture; Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced for aromatic depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for robust flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Adds brightness; dried basil also works.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Basic seasonings that elevate the overall taste.
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Adds nutty depth.
  • to taste Extra Fresh Basil For garnish and freshness.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add spaghetti or fettuccine and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, reduce heat to low, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  6. Serve garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to customize with vegetables or proteins like spinach or grilled chicken.

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