Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta

Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta

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Italian · 30 min · vegetarian

520 cal 15g protein 70g carbs 20g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 6 oz Spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 14 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and chopped basil, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is creamy and heated through.
  5. Combine cooked spaghetti with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil if desired.

Auto-generated recipe; nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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