The Best 30 Minute Creamy Tomato Pasta

The Best 30 Minute Creamy Tomato Pasta

Indulge in this quick and easy creamy tomato pasta that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. This dish features a luscious tomato sauce with a hint of sweetness and creaminess, balanced by fresh basil and parmesan.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 20

Servings: servings

Author: Deborah Rainford

Ingredients

1 pound fettuccine, cooked according to package instructions
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups passata
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup pasta water *see notes
Fresh basil, for garnish
Freshly grated parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

Cook the pasta:

Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water.

Prepare the sauce:

In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Cook the tomatoes:

Add the passata to the skillet and cook for 5-10 minutes.

Add cream:

Stir in the heavy cream and ¼ cup of the reserved pasta water. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.

Combine pasta and sauce:

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Allow the pasta to heat through for 1-2 minutes.

Serve:

Garnish with fresh basil and sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Passata: For the best flavor, use high-quality passata. You can substitute with crushed tomatoes if needed.
Pasta Water: Using pasta water thickens the sauce and adds flavor. The starch in the water helps the sauce adhere to the pasta.

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