Quick Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Dish
A simple and fast pasta dish with a creamy tomato garlic sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes have softened and created a sauce.
- Season the tomato mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the tomato garlic sauce, mixing well to combine.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil leaves.
- Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For added protein, try tossing in grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Serve with a side salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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