Description
Indulge in the creamy, rich flavors of One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta, a delightful meal designed for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike. This one-pot wonder takes only 30 minutes to prepare, ensuring minimal cleanup while delivering maximum satisfaction. With a delectable blend of sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and a luscious creamy sauce, this dish is both kid-friendly and customizable to suit your taste. Serve it with fresh herbs or crusty bread for an elevated dining experience that the whole family will enjoy.
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)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- ¼ cup cream cheese (or ricotta, mascarpone – use more for extra creaminess)
- Chopped flat leaf parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until softened, about 2 minutes. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning; cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in chicken stock and scrape any browned bits from the pot. Add canned diced tomatoes and pasta, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 10–15 minutes until pasta is tender. If needed, add more broth to prevent dryness.
- Remove from heat; stir in grated Parmesan and cream cheese until combined. Let sit for 3–4 minutes to thicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg