Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta

Ingredients

• 12 oz Penne or Rigatoni pasta
• 28 oz Crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese(optional)
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Pour in the crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Stir in the heavy cream and half of the chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Drain the pasta and toss directly into the sauce. Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

6. 6

   Serve immediately topped with remaining fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.