Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta: Taste of Italy at Home

Imagine sitting at a quaint Italian trattoria, a gentle breeze carrying the scent of basil through the air, and the sound of laughter blending with clinking plates. Our Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta brings the heartwarming essence of Italy to your home kitchen. This dish, cherished for generations, harmonizes the richness of a velvety sauce with the vibrant notes of sun-ripened tomatoes and aromatic basil.

Ingredients

• 12 oz of your favorite pasta
• 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Boil the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they soften.
4. Stir in the heavy cream, letting the flavors meld together.
5. Gently fold in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy.
6. Toss in the cooked pasta, coating it generously with the sauce.
7. Sprinkle in salt and pepper to elevate the flavors.
8. Lastly, stir in the fresh basil leaves for a burst of aroma.

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta: A delectable union of tomatoes, basil, and Parmesan enveloping al dente pasta.

Nutrition information: Calories: 420 | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g

Picture yourself savoring each forkful of this Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta, transported to the sun-soaked terraces of Italy. The sweetness of tomatoes counterbalanced by the herbaceous basil, all embraced by the indulgent creaminess of the sauce, offers a divine experience that echoes the passion embedded in Italian cuisine. Gather your loved ones, raise your glasses with a hearty “Salute!” and relish the Taste of Italy at home.