Description
Pink Pasta Sauce is a creamy, dreamy delight that elevates any meal with its vibrant color and rich flavor. This easy-to-make sauce combines luscious heavy cream and sweet crushed tomatoes, creating a visually stunning dish perfect for date nights or family gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a restaurant-quality pasta experience that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian herbs (basil and oregano)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes to the skillet; let simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream; mix well until the sauce turns pink.
- Season with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper; simmer for another 5 minutes until thickened slightly.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve over pasta with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate of Pink Pasta (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg