Description
A delicious and comforting dish combining rich flavors with simple ingredients, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (no added sugar)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant and golden brown, about 2 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes with juices to the skillet and let them simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Reduce the heat, then stir in the heavy cream and let it bubble gently for 2 minutes.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain the pasta, reserving some cooking water. Combine the pasta with the sauce, adding reserved water if needed for consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Customize by adding vegetables or proteins. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy, tomato, garlic, Italian, quick dinner