Tomato Basil Pasta

5 from 2 votes

Tomato Basil Pasta is an easy to make meatless meal that comes together in no time. Tender pasta is coated in a rich and creamy, flavorful homemade sauce -- perfectly satisfying for serving your family.

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Italian

Servings:

Calories: 784kcal

Author: Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
14 ounces can crushed tomatoes
3 tablespoons white wine
½ pound pasta
¼ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh basil leaves chopped
Cherry tomatoes for topping

Instructions

Cook your pasta of choice until it reaches al dente. Set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil and add the garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes. Cook for one minute, stirring constantly.
Add the wine and cook, stirring frequently, for about 2 to 3 minutes until about 1⁄2 the liquid has evaporated.
Reduce the heat to low, and partially cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20 to 25 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
Stir in the cream and parmesan, add pasta water if necessary to adjust the consistency of the sauce. Stir in the basil and cooked pasta. Serve with additional parmesan cheese and optional roasted cherry tomatoes.

Notes

Storage:

To Store: Cover and refrigerate any leftovers for 2-3 days.
To Freeze: To freeze, place the tomato basil pasta in an airtight container and freeze it for 1-2 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight and reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warm.

Tips:

You can easily change the spiciness of this recipe by reducing or increasing the red pepper flakes to your personal preference.
The tomato paste in this sauce gives it a more concentrated tomato flavor.

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