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Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta: Quick Weeknight Recipe Idea
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Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta: Quick Weeknight Recipe Idea
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Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta: Quick Weeknight Recipe Idea

Discover a super easy and quick creamy tomato pasta recipe perfect for busy weeknights. This delicious dish helps you avoid food waste and enjoy a stress-free meal prep. Ideal for pasta lovers looking for new, simple ideas.
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#Tomato Sauce
#Creamy Pasta
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#Quick Meal
#Weeknight Dinner
#Vegetarian
Delicious Creamy Tomato Pasta
Delicious Creamy Tomato Pasta

Recipe Information

10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Italian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
400
Calories
13g
Protein
51g
Carbs
16g
Fat
Simmering Tomato Cream Sauce
Simmering Tomato Cream Sauce

Ingredients

  • Pasta
    (Any short pasta like penne or fusilli)

    250 grams

  • Olive Oil

    2 tablespoons
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  • Garlic
    (Minced)

    2 cloves

  • Canned Chopped Tomatoes

    400 grams

  • Heavy Cream

    100 ml

  • Parmesan Cheese
    (Grated, plus extra for serving)

    50 grams

  • Fresh Basil
    (For garnish)

    a few leaves
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  • Salt

    to taste

  • Black Pepper

    to taste
Servings: 4
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Pasta Coated in Creamy Sauce
Pasta Coated in Creamy Sauce

Instructions

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  • 1

    Boil a pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
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    Boil a pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
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    Don't forget to salt the pasta water for flavor.
  • 2

    In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
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    In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
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    Be careful not to burn the garlic, it can become bitter.
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  • 3

    Add canned chopped tomatoes to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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    Add canned chopped tomatoes to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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    A pinch of sugar can balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • 4

    Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the sauce. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until well combined and the sauce coats the pasta nicely. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water.
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    Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the sauce. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until well combined and the sauce coats the pasta nicely. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water.
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    The starch in the pasta water helps thicken the sauce.
  • 5

    Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra grated Parmesan cheese.
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    Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra grated Parmesan cheese.
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    A drizzle of good quality olive oil can elevate the dish.
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