Description
One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This flavorful dish brings together tender pasta and a rich, creamy tomato sauce in just one pot, making cleanup a breeze. With a blend of cheese that adds delightful creaminess and the flexibility to customize with your favorite veggies or proteins, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table. In only 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and kid-approved. Perfect for gatherings or a simple dinner at home, this recipe embodies both simplicity and taste.
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… whatever you have on hand! Use more for extra creaminess.)
- Chopped flat leaf parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and optional sundried tomatoes for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Add chicken stock and canned diced tomatoes; then mix in short pasta along with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until pasta is cooked (10-15 minutes). Add more broth if needed.
- Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan and cream cheese, letting it 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 (200g)
- Calories: 386
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg