Description
A quick and delicious creamy tomato garlic pasta recipe that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the drained diced tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Italian seasoning. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Remove from heat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken or shrimp to the pasta.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, or use a dairy-free cream alternative for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg