Description
Easy One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish that marries rich flavors and quick preparation, making it perfect for busy weeknights. This delightful recipe combines fresh tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a luscious creamy sauce, all cooked in one pot to minimize cleanup. In just 25 minutes, you can have a satisfying meal on the table that’s sure to please everyone—from families to guests. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personalized touch. Enjoy this Italian-inspired dish that transforms simple pantry ingredients into a comforting culinary experience.
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
- ½ bunch fresh basil
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a medium high-sided skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until slightly caramelized.
- Add the stock and spaghetti, ensuring it's fully submerged.
- Cook for approximately 15 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Gently stir 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: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg