Creamy Tomato Spaghetti – Easy Vegetarian Pasta Recipe
A comforting and creamy tomato spaghetti made with garlic, cream, and Parmesan. Ready in under 30 minutes, this pasta is the perfect blend of tangy tomato and rich, velvety sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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8 oz spaghetti
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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½ small onion, diced (optional)
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1½ cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
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¾ cup heavy cream
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp dried oregano
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Pinch red pepper flakes
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Reserved pasta water (as needed)
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Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup water, then drain.
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In a skillet, heat oil and butter. Sauté garlic (and onion, if using) until fragrant.
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Add tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and seasonings. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
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Stir in cream and simmer 2–3 minutes more.
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Add Parmesan cheese, stir to melt. Add pasta and toss to coat.
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Use reserved pasta water to loosen if needed.
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Serve hot with extra Parmesan and herbs.
Notes
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Add spinach or mushrooms for variety.
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Substitute cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
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Great with grilled chicken or shrimp on top.