Pasta with Pink Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, tangy decadence of Pasta with Pink Sauce, a perfect fusion of rich tomato and velvety cream that coats every bite of tender pasta. This family-friendly dish combines the fragrant aroma of sautéed garlic with the bold tang of crushed tomatoes, balanced by smooth heavy cream to create its signature blush hue. Enhanced with grated Parmesan, a hint of dried basil, and optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, this quick 35-minute recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in the comfort of your own kitchen. Garnished with fresh parsley and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan, it’s a visually stunning and irresistibly delicious meal that’s ideal for dinner parties or a cozy weeknight treat. Keywords: pasta with pink sauce recipe, creamy tomato cream sauce, easy pasta dinner, pink sauce pasta recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes (from a can)
- 200 milliliters heavy cream
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- water for boiling pasta
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but be careful not to burn it.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well. Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir until the sauce turns a uniform pink color.
Add the grated parmesan cheese, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen it.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the pink sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra grated parmesan, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy Pasta with Pink Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.1 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.2 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3787 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.4 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.6 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 692 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1136 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
