Tomato Basil Fettuccine

Quick and easy, a family favorite from Taste of Home 2/11/2002. We usually enjoy this dish with Italian sausage patties and a green salad. Time is guesstimate, according to how you like your pasta.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 8  ounces fettuccine, cooked and drained
• 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped
• 1⁄8 teaspoon  chili pepper flakes, crushed
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄3 cup evaporated milk
• 1⁄4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 2  tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Directions

1. In a large non-stick skillet, sauté onion and red pepper flakes in butter until onion is tender.
2. Add tomatoes and salt; cook, stirring over medium-high heat until most of the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat; let stand for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk.
3. Place fettuccine in a large bowl, add the basil, Parmesan Cheese and tomato mixture; toss to coat.
4. All that remains is for you to enjoy!