Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce
Indulge in a comforting bowl of pasta with creamy goat cheese tomato sauce—a dish that masterfully blends tangy, velvety goat cheese with the rich depth of crushed tomatoes. This easy-to-make recipe elevates your favorite pasta—whether it's spaghetti, penne, or fusilli—with a luscious, garlic-infused sauce, a touch of heavy cream for added silkiness, and a vibrant burst of fresh basil. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for both busy weeknights and elegant dinner parties. Don’t forget to top it off with freshly grated Parmesan for extra indulgence. Perfect for pasta lovers seeking a flavorful yet simple way to elevate their meals, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (e.g., spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 14 oz Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 4 oz Goat cheese, soft and crumbled
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, and set the cooked pasta aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well. Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to reduce slightly and allow the flavors to meld.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the goat cheese and heavy cream. Whisk gently until the goat cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
Step 5
Add the chopped basil, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 7
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1431.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2309.3 |
| Total Fat 153.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 79.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 348.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4380.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 138.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.7g | |
| Protein 73.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 23.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1165.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1618.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories