Description
Valentine’s Day Pink Pasta is a deliciously creamy and visually stunning dish that captures the essence of romance. With its vibrant pink sauce made from heavy cream and tomato paste, this pasta is perfect for intimate dinners or special celebrations. Each bite delivers rich flavors complemented by fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, making it an unforgettable culinary experience that will impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the fettuccine in salted water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and tomato paste to the skillet; stir until combined and simmering.
- Gradually add Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and smooth.
- Toss the drained pasta in the sauce until fully coated.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg