Description
Easy One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together the freshness of ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and creamy goodness all in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish can be prepared in just 25 minutes, allowing you to enjoy a satisfying meal without the fuss of extensive cooking or cleanup. With its vibrant flavors and creamy texture, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table. Plus, you can easily customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for added flair. Enjoy a bowl of this delicious pasta, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, paired with crusty garlic bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g uncooked spaghetti
- 500 g fresh tomatoes (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
- ½ bunch fresh basil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium high-sided skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft and translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in chopped tomatoes; cook until slightly caramelized.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable stock; add spaghetti ensuring it's submerged.
- Cook pasta for about 15 minutes until 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: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg