Super Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta
A quick and creamy tomato-based pasta dish infused with garlic and herbs—perfect for cozy weeknight meals.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl for tossing pasta with sauce
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta any shape you like
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (14 ounce) tomato sauce
- ¾ cup heavy or whipping cream
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook the pasta al dente following the package directions, then drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until bubbly.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook another 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in tomato sauce and stir to blend. Let simmer briefly.
- Add heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Stir until smooth and heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss cooked pasta into sauce, mix well, and serve hot topped with parmesan.
Notes
Sprinkle with optional extras like fresh basil or red pepper flakes for added flair. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.