Creamy Tomato Garlic Butter Pasta

A gourmet Italian snack featuring al dente pasta enveloped in a luxurious creamy tomato garlic butter sauce, perfect for impressing guests with minimal effort.

Total time: 50 min

Servings: 4

Calories: 450 per serving

Protein: 15g | Carbs: 60g | Fat: 18g

Ingredients

• 400g high-quality durum wheat pasta
• 2 tablespoons unsalted European-style butter
• 4 large garlic cloves, minced
• 500g ripe San Marzano tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• Salt to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook until just al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to foam. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes to the garlic butter and season with salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes break down and form a sauce, about 10 minutes.
4. Lower the heat and gently stir in the milk, allowing it to warm through and create a creamy consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5. Add the drained pasta to the sauce, tossing gently to coat. If needed, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to reach the desired sauce consistency.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly torn basil leaves and an extra grind of black pepper.