Easy and Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe for a Cozy Night In
A delicious and comforting pasta dish made with fresh tomatoes and garlic, perfect for a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, mixing well.
- Finish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, and serve warm.
Notes
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
- Feel free to add vegetables or protein of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Easy, Creamy, Tomato, Garlic, Pasta, Recipe