Creamy Tomato and Basil Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 tpsp olive oil
- 4 cloves 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes to the saucepan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the saucepan and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
This spaghetti with tomato cream sauce recipe is the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings for something hearty and delicious.
To start, cook your spaghetti according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. While the pasta is cooking, heat up some olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic to the pan and cook for a minute or two until it becomes fragrant.
Next, add a can of crushed tomatoes to the saucepan and bring it to a simmer. Let the sauce cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens up nicely. Then, stir in some heavy cream and chopped fresh basil. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and toss it all together until the pasta is coated in the creamy tomato sauce. Finally, top the dish with some grated Parmesan cheese and serve it up hot.
This spaghetti with tomato cream sauce recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for a cozy night in or a dinner party with friends. It’s easy to make and packed with flavor, making it a go-to recipe that you’ll want to make again and again. So, grab a fork and dig in!