Description
A comforting and luxurious dish made with spaghetti or fettuccine in a creamy tomato and garlic sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 cup ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti or fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden brown.
- Add diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook until tomatoes soften and release juices.
- Stir in heavy cream and let the sauce simmer for about five minutes.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat with the creamy sauce.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil and optional grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For added variety, consider seasonal vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp to enhance the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg