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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta

A quick and delightful dish featuring pasta in a luscious creamy tomato-garlic sauce that's perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
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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 penne or fettuccine pasta
Sauce Ingredients
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced Fresh garlic is essential for flavor.
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (no added sugar)
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add more for garnishing if desired.
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust seasoning before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook the pasta until it’s al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until it’s fragrant and golden brown, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the can of diced tomatoes (with juices) to the skillet and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Allow it to bubble gently for 2 minutes.
  5. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts, then season with salt and pepper to your liking.
  6. Drain the pasta, reserving some of the cooking water. Combine the pasta with the sauce, adding a little reserved water if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For a complete meal, pair with a fresh green salad or crusty garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for longer storage.