Name: Easy Creamy Pasta Recipe – Delicious Meal Prep Idea
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes or tomato passata; 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional); ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper to taste; Pinch of red chili flakes (optional); Fresh basil, for garnish; Reserved pasta water (as needed)

Easy Creamy Pasta Recipe – Delicious Meal Prep Idea

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This Super Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta features tender noodles tossed in a rich, garlicky tomato-cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or comforting meal prep.

Author: Maya Lawson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 3-4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes or tomato passata
1 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of red chili flakes (optional)
Fresh basil, for garnish
Reserved pasta water (as needed)

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Instructions

Cook pasta in salted water. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
In a skillet, heat oil. Sauté onion 3–5 minutes, add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Add tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
Stir in cream, parmesan, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Simmer 2 minutes.
Toss in pasta and stir until coated. Add pasta water as needed.
Garnish with fresh basil and more cheese. Serve warm.

Notes

Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or white beans for protein.
Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if preferred.
Freeze extra sauce for future meals.

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