Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
recipe

Description: A delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish with a rich tomato sauce and fresh basil.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, and stir to combine. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
4. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce.
6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and extra basil if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 450
Protein: 12g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 4g

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