Easy One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Easy One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta. This simple yet delicious recipe combines rich tomatoes, creamy cheese, and aromatic garlic, all cooked together in one pot for minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners, this dish promises to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add penne pasta with enough water to cover it; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook until al dente (about 10 minutes).
- Once pasta is cooked, mix in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 85mg