Description
Easy One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors and effortless preparation. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this creamy dish featuring fresh tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and smooth double cream—all cooked in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or any occasion that calls for a satisfying meal, this recipe requires minimal cleanup, making it as convenient as it is delicious. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins, ensuring everyone at the table enjoys every bite. Get ready to indulge in a creamy pasta experience that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g uncooked spaghetti
- 500 g fresh tomatoes (chopped or 1 x 400 g tin of chopped tomatoes)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 500 ml chicken or vegetable stock
- 150 ml double cream
- ½ bunch fresh basil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium high-sided skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until caramelized slightly.
- Add chicken or vegetable stock followed by the spaghetti; ensure it's submerged.
- Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until al dente.
- Gently mix in double cream and fresh basil; let sit for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg