Quick Creamy Tomato Pasta: Easy Romantic Dinner Recipe

Name: Quick Creamy Tomato Pasta: Easy Romantic Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 200 grams Spaghetti or pasta of choice (For 2 servings); 2 tablespoons Olive oil; 3 cloves Garlic, minced; 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes (Or 1 can); 1/2 cup Heavy cream (About 120 ml); 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (Plus more for serving); 1/4 cup Fresh basil, chopped (For garnish); To taste Salt; To taste Black pepper

Whip up this delightful quick and easy creamy tomato pasta, perfect for a romantic dinner at home. This recipe uses simple ingredients and delivers rich, comforting flavors in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight meal.

#Pasta

#Creamy

#Tomato Sauce

#Quick Dinner

#Romantic Meal

#Easy Recipe

#Weeknight Meal

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Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

620

Calories

22g

Protein

75g

Carbs

29g

Fat

Rich tomato sauce simmering

Ingredients

Spaghetti or pasta of choice
(For 2 servings)
200 grams
Olive oil
2 tablespoons

Garlic, minced
3 cloves
Canned crushed tomatoes
(Or 1 can)
400 grams
Heavy cream
(About 120 ml)
1 cup
Parmesan cheese, grated
(Plus more for serving)
1 cup
Fresh basil, chopped
(For garnish)
1 cup

Salt
To taste
Black pepper
To taste

Servings: 2

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pasta coated in creamy sauce

Instructions

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Cook pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Cook pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Reserve about half a cup of pasta water before draining for later use.
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Sauté garlic: While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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Sauté garlic: While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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Garlic burns quickly; keep the heat moderate.

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Simmer tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
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Simmer tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
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A longer simmer develops deeper flavor.
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Add cream and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
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Add cream and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
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Pasta water helps emulsify the sauce and makes it silkier.
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Combine pasta with sauce: Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat all the pasta evenly. Cook for another minute, allowing the pasta to absorb some of the sauce.
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Combine pasta with sauce: Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat all the pasta evenly. Cook for another minute, allowing the pasta to absorb some of the sauce.
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Ensure every strand of pasta is coated for maximum flavor.

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Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. Stir in fresh chopped basil. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper.
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Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. Stir in fresh chopped basil. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper.
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Serve with a side salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.