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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta

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A simple and comforting pasta dish with a glossy, garlicky tomato sauce, brightened with fresh basil, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Spaghetti or fettuccine
  • 1/4 cup fresh Basil, roughly torn
  • 4 cloves fresh Garlic, minced
  • 1 cup ripe Tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin Olive oil
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti or fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a splash (about 2–4 tablespoons) of the starchy pasta water.
  2. Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Watch closely so the garlic doesn’t brown.
  4. Add the chopped ripe tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and start to release their juices.
  5. Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce feels too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to loosen it and help the sauce cling to the noodles.
  7. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and the fresh basil until evenly coated.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.

Notes

If your tomatoes aren’t ripe, swap in a 14-oz can of diced tomatoes (drain slightly) or add a teaspoon of tomato paste for depth. For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half, but reduce the simmering time so it doesn’t separate.

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