Creamy Tomato Pasta Recipe
Indulge in this rich and creamy tomato pasta that is quick and easy to make. With a velvety sauce and a burst of flavors, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 8 ounces penne pasta, uncooked (½ pound)
Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add tomato sauce and paste, simmer, then stir in cream and Parmesan until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add cooked protein like chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Pasta, Pasta Recipe, Tomato Cream Sauce
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