Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in heavy cream or crème fraîche into the tomato sauce. Mix well until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese. A drizzle of olive oil can be added for extra flavor.
Enjoy your delicious Creamy Tomato Pasta!
Made this for dinner tonight, and it was a hit! The sauce was creamy and flavorful. Will definitely make this again.
It was okay. Nothing particularly special, but it's a decent recipe if you're looking for something quick. Could use a bit more flavor.
Amazing! The sauce is so rich and velvety. My family raved about it. Will definitely be making this again and again!
Delicious! I added some ground turkey to make it a more substantial meal. Great for a busy weeknight. The instructions are very easy to follow.
It was a decent meal. The sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I might have used sweeter tomatoes. Overall, a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
