Description
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful Pink Sauce Pasta, a delightful twist on traditional tomato-based pasta dishes. This Italian-inspired recipe features a luscious blend of tomato sauce, cream, and Parmesan cheese, creating a rich and satisfying dish that is quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz penne or pasta of choice
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, stir until melted and smooth.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta in sauce until coated. Serve hot, garnished with basil or parsley and red pepper flakes.
Notes
- For added protein, stir in cooked chicken or shrimp.
- Substitute tomato sauce with crushed tomatoes for more texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
