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Recipe: Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of your choice of pasta (like penne or spaghetti)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- Lower the heat and add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to the pan, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is heated through.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce in the pan. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated.
- Stir in the chopped basil and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Enjoy your delicious and comforting creamy tomato basil pasta!
Notes:
- This recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a creamy pasta dish with fresh flavors.
- Feel free to add protein like cooked chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal.
- The sauce can be adjusted for thickness by adding more cream or cheese as desired.