# @ourcountertop on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/C54Db1MP0y2
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/33773464-ourcountertop-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2024-04-17T20:24:02.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Emma Bice (@ourcountertop) — https://gondola.cc/ourcountertop

## Caption

Indulge in the taste of spring with this Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta! Easy, fresh, and bursting with flavors. It’s the ultimate comfort food that requires just a handful of ingredients. Perfect for those busy evenings when you crave something satisfying and delicious.

Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
Ingredients:
* 8 oz pasta of your choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, penne, etc.)
* 2 tablespoons butter
* 1 cup cherry tomatoes
* Salt and pepper to taste
* 2 tablespoons chopped onion
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
* 1 cup heavy cream
* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
* Splash of reserved pasta water
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cherry tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften and burst slightly. Use a fork or potato masher to lightly mash some of the tomatoes.
3. Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped basil to the pan. Pour in the heavy cream and gently stir to combine everything. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated into the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the sauce, tossing everything together until the pasta is well coated. Cook for an additional minute to let the flavors meld.
7. Serve the creamy tomato basil pasta hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves. Enjoy!

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