Description
Discover the delight of this creamy tomato pasta, ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for quick dinners, this recipe boasts vibrant flavors and is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g pasta of your choice
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Start by boiling water in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Then, add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften.
- Once the tomatoes are softened, pour in the heavy cream and stir gently to combine, allowing it to simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the creamy tomato sauce. Toss everything together, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stove, adding a splash of cream if necessary.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg