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20-Minute Creamy Tomato Pasta

20-Minute Creamy Tomato Pasta

Make this 20-Minute Creamy Tomato Pasta with a rich tomato cream sauce and simple ingredients. The perfect quick and easy family dinner.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces fettuccine or linguine
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For Garnish
  • Fresh parsley chopped
  • Extra Parmesan cheese

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  2. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream until fully combined.
  8. Add the Parmesan cheese and whisk until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  9. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated.
  10. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
  11. Cook for 1 to 2 more minutes until everything is heated through.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the pasta.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Reserve pasta water before draining.
  • Simmer the sauce gently to prevent curdling.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.