One Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
One Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta is a delightful weeknight meal that combines rich flavors and simple preparation in just one pot. Picture pasta enveloped in a velvety tomato cream sauce, infused with aromatic garlic and fresh basil. Perfect for busy evenings, this dish is quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends while keeping your kitchen mess-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in pasta with enough water to cover by an inch. Bring to a boil and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reduce heat and mix in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until creamy.
- Fold in fresh basil; adjust seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added protein, include grilled chicken or sautéed vegetables. Experiment with spices like red pepper flakes for extra heat.