One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta
This one pot creamy tomato pasta is a quick, comforting meal that brings together creamy textures and tangy tomato flavors, all in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 1 cup penne or fusilli pasta Whole wheat or chickpea varieties are recommended for more fiber.
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 3 cloves garlic Chopped finely to release aroma.
- 0.5 medium onion Chopped finely.
- 14 ounces canned whole tomatoes Crushed by hand for a chunky texture.
Liquid Ingredients
- 1.5 cups water
- 0.25 cup heavy cream To be mixed in for creaminess.
Seasoning and Garnish
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the garlic and onion finely.
- Measure the pasta and set it near the stove.
- Drain the canned tomatoes and crush them by hand.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion; cook until translucent, about 2 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes and their juices. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss in pasta, then pour in water. Stir to coat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Mix in heavy cream and stir until the sauce clings to the noodles.
- Serve immediately with grated Parmesan.
Notes
This dish allows for customization by adding fresh herbs or varying the protein. Use gluten-free pasta or adjust spices to cater to dietary needs.