Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of One Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta, a delightful dish that brings the taste of Italy to your kitchen. This simple yet luxurious recipe combines ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy goodness in just one pot. Perfect for cozy nights or entertaining guests, this pasta is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma. Get ready for a comforting meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in chopped tomatoes along with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes soften (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- Add uncooked pasta and enough water or broth to cover it by an inch. Stir well.
- Cook until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed (around 10-12 minutes). Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream until smooth.
- Mix in freshly chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese right before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg