Description
A quick and comforting creamy tomato pasta that is perfect for busy weeknights, featuring a velvety tomato sauce and your choice of pasta.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (any shape you prefer)
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, cooking until it’s translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the crushed tomatoes, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream, seasoning with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Add the pasta along with enough water to almost cover it and mix well.
- Cook according to the pasta package instructions, stirring frequently until it reaches al dente.
- Remove from heat and allow it to sit for a few minutes to thicken.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil for a burst of flavor.
Notes
Feel free to substitute your favorite pasta or use canned diced tomatoes instead of crushed for a chunkier sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian