Easy and Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta
Indulge in the creamy delight of Easy and Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta, a perfect dish for busy weeknights. This recipe combines the rich flavors of fresh garlic and tangy tomatoes with a luxurious cream sauce that coats every strand of pasta. With minimal ingredients and quick preparation, this dish is sure to impress your family and guests alike. Enjoy a bowl of comfort that’s ready in just 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes (or crushed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh basil or oregano for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add canned tomatoes; crush if using whole. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Pour in heavy cream, stir well, and simmer gently until combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs if desired.
- Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated. Serve hot with grated Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg