Description
One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is your go-to solution for quick, satisfying meals that don’t skimp on flavor. This delightful dish combines al dente pasta with a velvety creamy tomato sauce enriched by sundried tomatoes and Italian herbs. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, it requires minimal cleanup since everything cooks in just one pot. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up a comforting meal that’s both kid-friendly and customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a cozy night in, this easy pasta recipe delivers rich flavors and creamy goodness in every bite.
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 sundried tomatoes until softened (about 2 minutes). Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Add chicken stock and scraped browned bits from the bottom. Mix in diced tomatoes and short pasta; season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then lower heat to simmer until pasta is tender (10–15 minutes). Add extra broth if needed.
- Remove from heat; stir in grated Parmesan and cream cheese until melted. Let sit for 3–4 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg