Description
Easy One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is the ideal dish for busy weeknights when you crave comfort without the hassle of extensive cleanup. This delightful recipe combines fresh tomatoes, garlic, and cream to create a rich and satisfying sauce that clings perfectly to al dente spaghetti. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve a meal that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing—perfect for impressing family and friends alike. Enjoy this versatile pasta dish as a main course or pair it with your favorite sides for a complete meal. Whether you keep it simple or add your favorite proteins and vegetables, this creamy tomato pasta is sure to become a weeknight staple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g uncooked spaghetti
- 500 g fresh tomatoes (chopped) or 1 x 400 g tin of chopped tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 500 ml chicken or vegetable stock
- 150 ml double cream
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a high-sided skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they caramelize slightly.
- Add chicken or vegetable stock, then add spaghetti ensuring it’s submerged.
- Cook for about 15 minutes until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Gently mix in double cream and fresh basil; let sit for a couple of minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 380g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg