Simple Red Sauce Pasta Recipe: Quick and Delicious!
Whip up this easy and delicious red sauce pasta in under 30 minutes. A creamy, flavorful sauce coats perfectly cooked pasta for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- large pot
- large skillet or Dutch oven
- Measuring cups and spoons
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta (penne, spaghetti, or rotini)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 14 ounce can tomato sauce
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese Freshly grated
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Melt butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute. Add tomato sauce and heavy cream; stir until smooth.
- Simmer on medium-low heat for 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add a pinch of sugar if the sauce is too acidic.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Use full-fat heavy cream to prevent curdling. Do not burn garlic to avoid bitterness. Add a pinch of sugar to balance acidity if needed. Use oregano or fresh basil as alternatives to Italian seasoning. Add red pepper flakes with tomato paste for heat.