Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish infused with fresh tomatoes and basil, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to soften.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Mix in the fresh basil and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional basil if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta, Italian Pasta, Vegetarian Pasta