Creamy Tomato Pasta

This creamy tomato pasta is a quick and easy alternative to vodka pasta; without the vodka. When I was first learning how to cook, pasta was the easiest thing to learn and experiment with, and this recipe is one that has stuck with me through my learning process. What I like most about it are the minimal ingredients used in order to make a large, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

1. 1/4 cup olive oil
2. 2 Garlic Cloves
3. 1 tsp Italian seasoning
4. 2 tsp Salt
5. 3/4 tsp black pepper
6. 3 tsp dried basil
7. 2/3 cup tomato paste
8. 1 cup heavy cream
9. 1 cup parmesan cheese
10. 1/4 cup pasta water
11. 1 box pasta noodles

Tools

1. Pot
2. Pan
3. Stirring utensil
4. Strainer
5. Cheese grater
6. Cutting board
7. Knife

Mince 2 cloves of garlic.

Place all seasonings in a bowl.

Once water is brought to a boil, add in pasta noodles.

Start by putting olive oil and garlic on the pan until garlic browns, then add tomato paste, heavy cream, and seasonings. Stir until well combined.

Gradually add in cheese while stirring until sauce thickens.

When straining your noodles, put a bowl under the strainer to keep some of the pasta water to add into the sauce.