Pink Spaghetti

Creamy, dreamy, and irresistibly indulgent, Pink Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food with a colorful twist. This quick and easy pasta recipe features perfectly cooked spaghetti tossed in a luscious pink sauce made by combining rich tomato paste, velvety heavy cream, and melted Parmesan cheese. A touch of garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes add depth and a subtle kick, while fresh basil leaves provide a fragrant, finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal prep, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or a cozy date night at home. Serve your Pink Spaghetti with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan and a side of crusty bread for a restaurant-quality meal that will delight your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 5 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 4 liters water

Directions

Step 1

Bring 4 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the spaghetti. Cook according to the package instructions until the pasta is al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and sauté them in the olive oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add 3 tablespoons of tomato paste to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, for 2–3 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 5

Lower the heat and slowly pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce.

Step 6

Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and combined. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 7

Season the sauce with 0.5 teaspoons of red pepper flakes, 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper, and additional salt to taste.

Step 8

Add the cooked and drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing until the noodles are fully coated in the pink sauce.

Step 9

Serve the pink spaghetti with fresh basil leaves garnished on top and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4892.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2133.3

Total Fat 140.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 328.9mg	0%
Sodium 3237.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 58.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1219.2mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 754.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.6%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 27.1%