Description
One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines the rich flavors of ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and creamy goodness—all prepared in a single pot for effortless cleanup. This delightful dish proves that simple can be extraordinary, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a satisfying meal ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes with juices, dried herbs, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer.
- Add the pasta and enough water to cover by an inch; boil gently until pasta is al dente (10-12 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Adjust seasoning if needed; simmer for a couple more minutes.
- Serve garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg