Name: The Best Creamy Garlic Tomato Pasta – Done in Under 30 Minutes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti); 2 tbsp olive oil or butter; 4–5 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes or passata; ½ cup heavy cream; ¼ cup grated Parmesan; Salt and pepper to taste; ½ tsp dried basil or 1 tbsp fresh basil; Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh parsley, more Parmesan for garnish

The Best Creamy Garlic Tomato Pasta – Done in Under 30 Minutes

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Creamy, garlicky tomato pasta made in one pan and ready in under 30 minutes — the ultimate cozy dinner with pantry-friendly ingredients and fresh flavor.

Author: Maya Lawson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
4–5 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes or passata
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper to taste
½ tsp dried basil or 1 tbsp fresh basil
Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh parsley, more Parmesan for garnish

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Cook pasta al dente; reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
Sauté garlic in olive oil for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5–6 minutes.
Lower heat and stir in cream and Parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
Add pasta and toss to coat. Use pasta water as needed to loosen sauce.
Serve hot, topped with herbs and extra cheese.

Find it online: https://themomfood.com/the-best-creamy-garlic-tomato-pasta-done-in-under-30-minutes/