Tasty Tomato Pasta with Creamy Sauce
A quick and creamy tomato pasta ready in just 20 minutes — perfect for weeknights, cozy dinners, or anytime you need something fast, flavorful, and comforting.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne, spaghetti, rigatoni)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes or passata
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic (and onion if using) for 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes and seasoning. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Lower heat and stir in cream and Parmesan until smooth.
- Add pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat, adding pasta water as needed.
- Serve hot with more Parmesan and fresh herbs on top.
Notes
- Add chicken or veggies to bulk it up.
- Use coconut milk or plant-based cream for a dairy-free version.
- Keeps in the fridge for 2–3 days.
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