Easy Pasta Recipes for One • Creamy Tomato Bowl
This Easy One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is a fast, flavorful dish made with garlic, tomatoes, cream, and Parmesan—all cooked in a single pot for the ultimate weeknight comfort meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté onion in olive oil and butter until soft. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes, broth, pasta, seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12–14 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in cream and Parmesan. Cook 2–3 minutes until thick and creamy.
- Season to taste, garnish with basil, and serve hot.
Notes
- Add spinach, peas, or cooked chicken for variety.
- Use half-and-half or plant-based cream as desired.
- Reheat with a splash of broth to loosen the sauce.