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One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta

Creamy tomato pasta cooked entirely in one pot, pasta and all, in about 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 465
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz 340 g penne or similar short pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup cream optional
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • Salt pepper and basil to serve

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the onion 3 minutes, then add the garlic for 30 seconds.
  2. Add the crushed tomatoes, broth and pasta. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  3. Cook, stirring often, for 12-14 minutes until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  4. Stir in the cream (if using) and parmesan off the heat. Season and top with basil.

Notes

Add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy arrabbiata twist, or stir in a handful of spinach at the end.