Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of the Heavenly One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta. This comforting dish combines al dente pasta with a luscious, creamy tomato sauce that is bursting with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, it requires minimal cleanup and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. With its rich texture and vibrant ingredients, this one-pot meal is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (15g) fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes along with their juices; stir to combine.
- Stir in pasta and heavy cream until well mixed.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh basil; bring to a gentle simmer until pasta is cooked al dente.
- Once cooked, stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg