Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Easy One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta. This delightful dish combines the freshness of ripe tomatoes, the aromatic essence of garlic, and the rich creaminess that coats every strand of spaghetti, all prepared in just one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this recipe ensures minimal cleanup without sacrificing flavor. In just 25 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet is incredibly simple to make. Ideal for everyone at the table, even picky eaters will find it hard to resist this creamy tomato goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g uncooked spaghetti
- 500 g fresh tomatoes (chopped) or 1 x 400 g tin of chopped tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 500 ml chicken or vegetable stock
- 150 ml double cream
- ½ bunch fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a high-sided skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for about 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly caramelized.
- Pour in stock and add spaghetti, ensuring it's fully submerged.
- Cook for approximately 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
- Gently stir in double cream and fresh basil; let it sit for a couple of minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg