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Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta brings delicious comfort!

Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta brings delicious comfort!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • Add cooked chicken or sautéed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.

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