Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce

A super quick and simple pasta sauce for a cozy nights in.

Yields: 2 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1/2 yellow onion - finely chopped

• 1-2 cloves garlic - minced

• 1 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 16oz can diced tomatoes, or crushed tomatoes

• 1 tsp salt + more to taste

• 1 tsp oregano

• 1/2 tsp dried basil or 1 - 2 fresh basil leaves

• pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1/2 tsp white or brown sugar

• 3/4 cup heavy cream

• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese + more for garnish

• 1/4 cup reserved pasta water (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat butter in a medium sauce pan on medium heat.

2. Add onions. Cook for a minute or two then add garlic. Cook until onions are translucent and soft. Do not burn the garlic.

3. Add the tomato paste and stir to incorporate.

4. Add the tomatoes, seasonings, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes. Until some liquid has absorbed and it has thicken slightly.

5. Reduce the heat, and slowly, while stirring, add the cream.

6. Let the sauce lightly simmer for a few minutes until it thickens and reduces.

7. Add the parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Add a splash of pasta water to thin. (optional) Enjoy with pasta of choice.

Other Recipes to Try:

Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce

Classic Tomato Basil Soup