Cook Pasta in Sauce: One-Pot Tomato Cream Pasta
A creamy, rich tomato pasta made entirely in one pot—pasta cooks directly in the sauce for extra flavor and convenience.A creamy, rich tomato pasta made entirely in one pot—pasta cooks directly in the sauce for extra flavor and convenience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz short pasta (penne, rotini, etc.)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream or plant cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan or vegan cheese
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato paste. Add tomatoes, broth, seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
- Add dry pasta. Cook uncovered 10–12 mins, stirring often, until tender.
- Stir in cream and Parmesan. Simmer 2–3 mins until sauce thickens.
- Serve warm with fresh herbs and extra cheese.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
- Adjust liquid based on pasta type and cook time.