10-minute creamy garlic pappardelle

Ingredients

• Pappardelle pasta nests
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 8 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 400 ml whipping (double) cream
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• Oregano and basil, to taste
• 1/2 to 1 cup grated mozzarella
• Homemade garlic bread, to serve (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the chopped onion in the oil over medium heat until translucent, then add the garlic and cook several minutes until soft.
2. Add the tomato paste with a splash of warm water to form a thick sauce.
3. Pour in the cream, lower to medium-low, and let the sauce come to a gentle simmer.
4. Cook the pappardelle al dente in boiling salted water while you stir the herbs and spices into the sauce.
5. Melt the mozzarella into the sauce, add the pasta and toss well.
6. Top with more cheese, let it melt, and serve — garlic bread strongly encouraged.