Creamy tomato sauce for pasta

4 servings

10 minutes

Creamy tomato sauce for pasta is a true classic of Italian cuisine, combining the tenderness of cream with the rich flavor of tomatoes. Its roots trace back to simple traditional recipes where local chefs used fresh seasonal ingredients to create rich sauces. The sauce has a velvety texture with a slight tang from the tomatoes, spiciness from adjika, and aroma of basil. It perfectly enhances the flavor of pasta, giving it a special juiciness. This sauce is a versatile companion for classic pasta dishes; it can be used with fettuccine, penne or tagliatelle and also as a base for more complex dishes. Easy to prepare yet incredibly delicious, it will become a favorite addition to an Italian dinner, creating a cozy Mediterranean home atmosphere.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 86.6
• Proteins: 1.9g
• Fats: 5.1g
• Carbohydrates: 9.3g

Ingredients

• Tomatoes: 2 pc
• Cream 20%: 100 ml
• Onion: 2 head
• Dried basil: to taste
• Adjika: 0.5 tsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Sauté the finely chopped onion until translucent.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 heads

2. Grate the peeled tomatoes and add them to the pan with onions.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 2 pieces

3. Add cream, salt, basil, adjika, and ground pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream 20%: 100 ml
   • Dried basil:  to taste
   • Adjika: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Simmer for 5 minutes.