This quick and easy tomato basil cream sauce is a delicious addition to any pasta dish. Made with simple ingredients like fresh tomatoes, basil, cream, and garlic, this sauce is bursting with flavor. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, making it the perfect choice for a busy weeknight meal. Serve it over your favorite pasta for a satisfying and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 large tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the chopped basil leaves and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Return the sauce to the pan and stir in the heavy cream.
- Cook the sauce over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the tomato basil cream sauce over cooked pasta and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Tomatoes are a rich source of vitamins A and C.
Basil is known for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cream adds richness and creaminess to the sauce.