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Creamy Tomato Pasta

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Creamy Tomato Pasta is a rich and comforting dish featuring pasta tossed in a velvety tomato-based cream sauce, often served with seared beef or chicken for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fusilli or penne pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
  • Seared beef cubes or chicken (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix well until smooth.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
  8. Serve hot, optionally topped with seared beef or chicken, and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Use dairy-free cream and omit cheese for a vegan version.
  • Short pasta shapes like fusilli or penne hold the sauce best.
  • Reheat with a splash of cream or water to loosen the sauce.
  • Not recommended for freezing due to cream separation.

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