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Tomato Basil Pasta

Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta for Effortless Weeknight Bliss

This Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta combines fresh tomatoes and basil for a delightful, quick dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Uncooked Pasta Any pasta type you prefer
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Gluten-free flour can be substitutes
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 0.25 cups Dry White Wine Vegetable broth can be used instead
  • 1 cups Heavy/Whipping Cream Can substitute with half-and-half
  • 0.5 teaspoons Dijon Mustard Optional
  • 0.25 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs can be substituted
  • 2 medium Chopped Tomatoes Canned tomatoes can be used
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated; nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 0.5 cups Fresh Basil Torn
  • Salt & Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add uncooked pasta and cook until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of cooking water.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add butter, and let it melt completely.
  3. Sprinkle the flour into the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 1 minute until a roux forms.
  4. Add minced garlic to the roux and sauté for about 30 seconds. Pour in dry white wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Whisk in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Italian seasoning, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  7. Remove from heat and add freshly grated Parmesan cheese and torn basil leaves.
  8. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved water as necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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