Description
Indulge in the rich and velvety flavors of this Best Tomato Butter Pasta, a classic Italian dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you’ll create a creamy and luscious sauce that perfectly coats each strand of pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add tomatoes, simmer for 10–15 minutes. Stir in butter until glossy. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if needed. Stir in Parmesan.
- Serve: Top with extra cheese and fresh basil. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a creamier twist, stir in a splash of heavy cream or mascarpone.
- You can blend the sauce for a smoother texture.
- This sauce pairs well with ravioli or gnocchi too.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
