Description
This creamy tomato pasta is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender pasta with a rich tomato and cream sauce, flavored with sautéed onions, garlic, and basil. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal in just 30 minutes, it offers a luscious texture and savory taste that you’ll adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 200g pasta
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil: In a pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan, cooking until they become soft and fragrant.
- Simmer tomato sauce: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Add cream: Pour in the heavy cream and continue cooking the sauce for another 5 minutes until it is well combined and creamy.
- Toss pasta with sauce: Add the cooked pasta into the sauce, mixing thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly.
- Serve: Plate the creamy tomato pasta and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with a lighter milk alternative for a lower-fat version, but the sauce may be less rich.
- Fresh basil can be used instead of dried for a brighter, fresher flavor.
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or sautéed mushrooms.
- Make sure to not overcook the pasta; al dente texture works best with this creamy sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
