Ingredients
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12 oz pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your favorite)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups cherry or Roma tomatoes, chopped
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3/4 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan
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1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
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Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
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Add tomatoes and cook for 6–8 minutes until softened.
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Stir in cream and simmer for 4–5 minutes.
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Add pasta, Parmesan, and a splash of pasta water. Toss to coat.
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Stir in basil, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Notes
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Add chili flakes for heat.
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Use canned tomatoes if fresh are unavailable.
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Swap cream for coconut milk to make it dairy-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g