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Creamy tomato garlic pasta garnished with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese

Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta

A delightful pasta dish combining fresh tomatoes and rich cream for a smooth, aromatic sauce, perfect for quick dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup ripe tomatoes, diced Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or dairy-free cream.
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced Adjust the garlic amount to taste for milder flavor.
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Essential for a nice touch.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until golden brown.
  2. Add diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream until well blended.
Combining
  1. Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated.
  2. Serve topped with fresh basil and optional grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

If you have leftovers, let the pasta cool down and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of cream or water to loosen the sauce. Not recommended to freeze as the cream may separate.