Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 lb penne pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in heavy cream and half the basil. Cook for 2 more minutes.

5. 5

   Toss in the drained pasta. Add pasta water a splash at a time until the sauce coats the noodles.

6. 6

   Serve topped with parmesan and remaining basil.