Creamy tomato pasta sauce

Creamy tomato pasta sauce is a culinary preparation that combines the intensity and freshness of tomato with a smooth and silky texture provided by dairy ingredients such as cream or cream cheese. This sauce is ideal for accompanying different types of pasta, offering a balanced flavor between the natural acidity of the tomato and the creamy smoothness that soothes the palate.

Its origin comes from Italian cuisine, where tomato sauces are a fundamental base, but the incorporation of cream or dairy is an adaptation that seeks to enrich the texture and flavor, creating a richer and less acidic version than the classic marinara sauce.

Among its properties, its contribution of lycopene, an antioxidant present in tomatoes that helps protect the body's cells, stands out, in addition to providing vitamins A and C. The addition of cream also provides fats and proteins that contribute to greater satiety and energy, making this sauce a tasty and nutritious option to accompany pasta dishes.

In different Spanish-speaking countries, this preparation is commonly known as salsa rosa, creamy tomato sauce, or tomato cream sauce. Some regions also call it cocktail sauce when it incorporates additional ingredients such as Worcestershire sauce or a touch of alcohol, although the main base remains the mixture of tomato and cream.