Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta Recipe: Quick 20-Minute Dinner!

Name: Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta Recipe: Quick 20-Minute Dinner!
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 250 grams Spaghetti or pasta of choice (Cooked al dente); 2 tablespoons Olive oil; 3 cloves Garlic (Minced); 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes (Or passata); 1/2 cup Heavy cream; 1/2 teaspoon Salt (To taste); 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper (Freshly ground, to taste); 1/4 cup Fresh basil (Chopped, for garnish); 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (Grated, for serving (optional))

Whip up this incredibly simple and delicious creamy tomato pasta in just 20 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines tender pasta with a rich, velvety tomato cream sauce, seasoned with garlic and fresh basil. A family favorite that's quick, comforting, and full of flavor.

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Creamy Tomato Pasta ready to serve

Recipe Information

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

20m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

15g

Protein

55g

Carbs

20g

Fat

Close-up of the delicious pasta

Ingredients

Spaghetti or pasta of choice
(Cooked al dente)
250 grams
Olive oil
2 tablespoons

Garlic
(Minced)
3 cloves
Canned crushed tomatoes
(Or passata)
400 grams
Heavy cream
1 cup
Salt
(To taste)
1 teaspoon
Black pepper
(Freshly ground, to taste)
1 teaspoon

Fresh basil
(Chopped, for garnish)
1 cup
Parmesan cheese
(Grated, for serving (optional))
1 cup

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pasta tossed in creamy sauce

Instructions

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Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Set aside.
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Set aside.
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Don't overcook the pasta; it will continue to cook slightly in the sauce.
2
While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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Fresh garlic makes a big difference in flavor. Avoid browning the garlic too much.

3
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
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Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
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A longer simmer develops deeper flavors in the tomato sauce.
4
Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce is creamy and heated through. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
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Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce is creamy and heated through. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
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Pasta water adds starch and helps the sauce cling better to the pasta.
5
Add the cooked pasta directly to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat all the pasta evenly. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
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Add the cooked pasta directly to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat all the pasta evenly. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
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Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.