Creamy Tomato Basil PastaIngredients:
1 pound spaghetti or penne pasta 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 (28-ounce) cans diced tomatoes 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions:
1.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions.
2.
While pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3.
Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
5.
Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
6.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
7.
Add cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to combine.
8.
Top with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Tips:
For a richer flavor, use sun-dried tomatoes instead of fresh ones.
If you don’t have heavy cream, you can use milk instead.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little spice.
Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

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