Elevate your pasta dishes with this rich and creamy tomato and basil sauce, made with a combination of fresh and dried herbs, and a touch of Parmesan cheese for extra richness. Homemade, yet easy to prepare, this sauce will become your go-to for delicious pasta meals.
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and saute until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
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Add the can of Italian-style diced tomatoes (with their juice), chopped fresh basil, dried basil, white sugar, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
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After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat and carefully stir in the heavy cream, unsalted butter, and grated Parmesan cheese.
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Return the saucepan to low heat, and allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
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Serve the creamy tomato and basil sauce over your favorite cooked pasta, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired.
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