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Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta

Rich and creamy tomato basil pasta, perfect for a quick and comforting dinner.

Normal 10 min prep 20 min cook Serves 4 Normal
Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta

Ingredients

  • pasta
    320 g 11.3 oz penne or your favorite type
  • olive oil
    2 tbsp 2 tbsp
  • garlic cloves
    3 3 minced
  • cherry tomatoes
    300 g 10.5 oz halved
  • heavy cream
    120 ml 1/2 cup
  • parmesan cheese
    50 g 1.75 oz grated
  • fresh basil leaves
    15 g 0.5 oz chopped
  • salt
    to taste to taste
  • black pepper
    to taste to taste

Method

  • 1
    Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, drain and set aside.
  • 2
    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, sauté garlic until fragrant.
  • 3
    Add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • 4
    Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; cook until sauce thickens.
  • 5
    Add cooked pasta and basil, toss well to coat.
  • 6
    Season with salt and pepper, then serve warm.

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