A quick and comforting creamy tomato garlic pasta perfect for weeknight dinners.
Author:emmawhitaker
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz Pasta (spaghetti or penne)
2 tbsp Olive oil
3 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 can (14 oz) Canned diced tomatoes
1 cup Heavy cream (or plant-based alternative)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and add the pasta. Cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Prepare the Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until golden.
Add the Tomatoes: Pour in the canned tomatoes and juice, simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Create the Creamy Base: Pour in heavy cream, stir to combine, and add reserved pasta water if needed.
Season it Right: Taste and adjust salt and pepper, adding fresh herbs if desired.
Combine with Pasta: Toss pasta into the sauce, coating well and adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water.
Serve and Garnish: Plate the pasta, adding Parmesan and fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables, proteins, or spices!