Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta (Printer-Friendly)

Rich pasta with tomatoes, garlic, and basil, delivering a creamy, flavorful experience in under 30 minutes.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

01 - 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine

02 - 1 cup ripe tomatoes, diced

03 - 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced

04 - 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

05 - 1 cup heavy cream

06 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

07 - Salt, to taste

08 - Black pepper, to taste

01 - Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

02 - Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

03 - Add diced tomatoes to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to soften and blend flavors.

04 - Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream until fully combined and sauce is creamy.

05 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat evenly with the creamy tomato sauce.

06 - Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh chopped basil. Optionally, serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

01 - Use fresh garlic and ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to preference and avoid overcooking the pasta to maintain texture.