Description
Discover the delightful simplicity of One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta, a dish designed for flavor and ease. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this comforting meal that combines tender pasta cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe requires minimal cleanup since everything is prepared in one pot. Whether you’re catering to picky eaters or simply looking for a quick weeknight option, this versatile dish allows for easy variations—substituting ingredients to fit dietary preferences has never been easier. Enjoy the wonderful blend of tomatoes and cheese that makes every bite a creamy delight!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ⅓ cup sundried tomatoes (chopped – optional)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 3 cups chicken stock or water
- 1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 (12-oz) box short pasta shapes (spirals or bow ties work great)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- ¼ cup cream cheese (or ricotta, mascarpone…)
- Chopped flat leaf parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, minced garlic, and optional sundried tomatoes until softened (about 2 minutes). Add tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken stock and add canned diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir in pasta, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until pasta is tender (10-15 minutes), adding more broth if needed.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan and cream cheese until smooth. Let sit for 3-4 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg