Tomato and Cream Pasta Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety bliss of this Tomato and Cream Pasta Sauce, a perfect balance of tangy tomatoes and luscious heavy cream. Infused with the aromatic warmth of sautéed garlic, a touch of Parmesan for savory depth, and the herbal brightness of fresh basil, this comforting dish is a surefire dinner winner. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for a cozy date night at home. Tossed with your favorite pasta, it delivers an irresistible fusion of creamy and zesty flavors in every bite. Serve this crowd-pleasing classic with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan and a side of crusty bread for the ultimate Italian-inspired comfort meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 5 pieces Fresh basil leaves
- 12 ounces Cooked pasta
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Mince the garlic cloves and gently sauté them in the olive oil for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well. Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
Lower the heat to medium-low and slowly stir in the heavy cream until fully combined.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts into the sauce.
Season the sauce with salt, ground black pepper, and dried oregano.
Continue to simmer the sauce gently for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly.
Chop the fresh basil leaves roughly and stir them into the sauce just before serving.
Toss the finished sauce with your cooked pasta until fully coated.
Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 610 mg | 13% | |
*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.
