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Creamy Garlic Tomato Pasta Dinner

Creamy Garlic Tomato Pasta Dinner You'll Love in 30 Minutes

Creamy Garlic Tomato Pasta Dinner is a quick and comforting dish that combines rich flavors in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta (penne or rigatoni) Use sturdy shapes to hold the sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Salt For seasoning the pasta water.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 6-8 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is ideal!
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes No substitutes recommended.
  • 1 cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth Chicken broth adds richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Do not skimp!
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Optional but highly recommended.
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth, stir in oregano and red pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  4. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Cook for 3-5 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is adaptable; feel free to add proteins or veggies as desired. Perfect for meal prep and satisfying leftovers.

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