Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add canned diced tomatoes (with juices) and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let it bubble gently to thicken.
- Drain the pasta and toss it into the sauce until well coated.
- Finish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg