Creamy tomato paste with garlic
6 servings
20 minutes
Creamy tomato paste with garlic is the embodiment of Italian simplicity and sophistication. This dish has roots in traditional recipes from southern Italy, where fresh tomatoes and aromatic garlic are the foundation of the cuisine. The rich flavor of the tomato paste harmoniously blends with the tenderness of cream, creating a velvety sauce texture. Garlic adds spiciness, while basil and greens contribute fresh Mediterranean notes. Serving with cheese enriches the flavor, while sea salt and black pepper balance it out. The ease of preparation makes this dish perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick lunch. It pairs wonderfully with a glass of white wine or refreshing mineral water, and the aroma wafting from the plate awakens your appetite and transports you to the sunny streets of Italy.
1
Boil the pasta. Always remember the golden ratio — 1000 ml of water/100 grams of pasta/10 grams of salt. It's best when the pasta is made from durum wheat.
- Paste: 500 g
2
After the pasta is ready, add salt, pepper, olive oil, and garlic. Then add tomato paste and cream. Place everything in a pan to heat.
- Sea salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Olive oil: to taste
- Garlic: 2 heads
- Tomato paste: 400 g
- Cream 30%: to taste
3
Add greens and cheese to taste.
- Green: to taste
- Cheese: 100 g
4
Served with mineral water.