Easy Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta (Print Version)
A simple, comforting creamy tomato garlic pasta that’s perfect for any night.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
Spaghetti or Penne Pasta
02 -
Canned San Marzano Tomatoes
03 -
Fresh Garlic
04 -
Heavy Cream
05 -
Parmesan Cheese
06 -
Fresh Basil
→ Seasonings & Spices
07 -
Olive Oil
08 -
Salt
09 -
Black Pepper
→ Garnish & Toppings
10 -
Extra Parmesan
11 -
Fresh Basil
→ Optional Extras
12 -
Grilled Chicken
13 -
Sautéed Mushrooms
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, let’s get that pasta boiling. I always forget to salt the water and then kick myself later. Use a generous amount, it makes a huge difference! Once it’s al dente, remember to reserve a bit of the pasta water before draining. Trust me, it’s liquid gold!
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In a skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add those garlic cloves and let them sizzle! You’ll know when it’s ready because your kitchen will smell like heaven. Just don’t let it burn—burnt garlic is a no-go!
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Once the garlic is fragrant, dump in the canned tomatoes. Oops! I once forgot to crush them and ended up with weird chunks in my sauce. Not cute! So, take a fork or spoon and break them up. Let it simmer for a bit. The sauce should start looking lovely!
04 -
Now for the heavy cream! Pour it in and stir until everything’s combined. This is where it gets creamy and dreamy. I always want to pour in more than the recipe calls for, but I resist (most of the time!).
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Add your drained pasta to the skillet, and here’s where the reserved pasta water comes in handy. A splash or two will help the sauce cling. Toss it all together and let the flavors meld. You should feel like a kitchen wizard at this point!
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Plate it up and sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan and basil. The colors are just so vibrant! I can’t help but take a picture before diving in. But, of course, I end up spilling sauce on my shirt again. It’s a rite of passage!
# Notes:
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Garlic can burn super quickly, so keep an eye on it! Always reserve pasta water; it’s a game changer! Mix the sauce with the pasta off the heat for the best texture!
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Large pot
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Skillet
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Wooden spoon
04 -
Colander
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 480
Total Fat: 24g
Total Carbohydrate: 54g
Protein: 12g