One Pan Creamy Tomato Pasta
A comforting, speedy, and family-friendly one pan creamy tomato pasta, ready in about 20 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini) Short pasta works best to hold the sauce.
Produce
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh basil for garnish
Sauce & Liquid
- 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half.
- 1 cup vegetable broth Add more if the sauce is too thick.
Spices & Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- Parmesan cheese for serving Freshly grated for best flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, combine the pasta, cherry tomatoes, heavy cream, vegetable broth, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and stir to keep ingredients from sticking.
- Cook for about 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Serve with a crisp green salad and crusty bread. You can also top with grilled chicken, pan-seared salmon, or toasted pine nuts for added flavor and texture.