Jump to Recipe Print Recipe Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta A delightful, creamy pasta dish with fresh tomatoes and basil, perfect for a cozy meal. Print Recipe Prep Time 30 minutes minsCook Time 20 minutes minsResting Time 30 minutes minsTotal Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins Servings: 4 servingsCourse: Main CourseCuisine: ItalianCalories: 650 Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes Ingredients 1x2x3x? Pasta Dough2 cups all-purpose flour1 pinch salt2 whole fresh eggsSauce2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil3 cloves garlic minced1 can diced tomatoes1 cup heavy cream1 handful fresh basil chopped1 cup Parmesan cheese grated1 pinch black pepperPasta Cooking2-4 minutes fresh pasta cooking time varies with thicknessto taste salted water for boilingGarnishesto taste red pepper flakes optionalto taste olive oil for drizzlingto taste fresh basil leaves for garnishto taste Parmesan cheese for garnish Equipment mixing bowlpasta machineSkilletPot Method Step‑by‑Step InstructionsIn a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour with a pinch of salt. Make a well in the center and crack in 2 fresh eggs. Gradually pull the flour into the eggs until a rough dough forms, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.Divide the rested dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into thin sheets about 1/16 inch thick and cut into desired shapes. Set aside on a floured surface. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant. Add one can of diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring gently. Cook on low heat for 3-4 minutes, then add chopped basil, grated Parmesan, and a pinch of black pepper. Bring salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook for 2-4 minutes until al dente. Drain, reserving some water, and add to the skillet with sauce. Toss together, adding reserved water if necessary. Plate in warmed bowls, finish with red pepper flakes and extra olive oil, and garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan. Serve immediately. Nutrition Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg NotesAlways use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Keep an eye on the pasta as it cooks quickly. Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!