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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe

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This Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta recipe is a simple and delicious dish featuring al dente spaghetti or fettuccine tossed in a rich and smooth tomato garlic sauce made with ripe tomatoes, fresh garlic, and heavy cream. Enhanced with fresh basil and optional Parmesan cheese, it’s a comforting meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine

Sauce

  • 1 cup ripe tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
  • Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add the spaghetti or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until it turns golden brown and fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Cook Tomatoes: Add the diced ripe tomatoes to the skillet along with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
  4. Add Cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream into the tomato and garlic mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
  5. Toss Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly to evenly coat the noodles with the creamy tomato garlic sauce.
  6. Serve: Transfer the pasta to serving plates, then sprinkle with freshly chopped basil leaves. Optionally, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.

Notes

  • Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor and aroma.
  • Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
  • Optionally, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
  • Grated Parmesan cheese enhances the taste but can be omitted for a vegetarian or lighter version.
  • Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it will be less rich.

Keywords: creamy tomato garlic pasta, easy pasta recipe, Italian pasta dish, tomato cream sauce, garlic pasta, vegetarian pasta

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