Creamy Tomato Pasta – Your 20 Minute Dinner Solution!
A quick and delicious creamy tomato pasta recipe that can be prepared in just 20 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with juice) to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and mix well.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
Find it online: https://meal15.com/creamy-tomato-pasta-20-minute-dinner-delight/