Creamy Tomato and Basil PastaIngredients:
1 pound pasta (penne, rigatoni, or other short pasta) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 28 ounces crushed tomatoes 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions:
1.
Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
2.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6.
Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.
7.
Return the pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
Add some of the reserved pasta cooking water if the sauce is too thick.
8.
Stir in the basil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the basil is wilted.
9.
Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese and basil for garnish.

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