Best 5 Pasta With Tomato Cream Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing pasta recipes featuring a luscious tomato cream sauce. These delectable dishes combine the vibrant flavors of fresh tomatoes, creamy indulgence, and aromatic herbs. From the classic simplicity of our basic tomato cream sauce to the elegant richness of our sun-dried tomato cream sauce, each recipe offers a unique taste experience. Whether you prefer a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion showstopper, our curated collection has something for every palate. Get ready to delight your taste buds and impress your loved ones with these delectable pasta creations.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA WITH TOMATO CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, finely diced
Two 15-ounce cans tomato sauce or marinara sauce
Dash of sugar (or more to taste)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds fettuccine
1 cup heavy cream
Grated Parmesan or Romano, as needed
Chopped fresh basil, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions and saute for a minute or so. Pour in the tomato sauce, add sugar, salt and pepper to taste and stir. Cook over low heat for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the cream. Add cheese to taste, then check the seasoning. Stir in the pasta and thin with a little pasta water if needed. Add the chopped basil and serve immediately.

PASTA WITH TOMATO CREAM SAUCE



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Recipe video above. Pasta in a pink tomato cream sauce! You'll love how creamy this sauce is, how there's plenty of it and yet you don't need gallons of cream. Slurp-worthy as it is, or use it as a base for add ins of your choice - suggestions in the recipe notes.

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Mains

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

300g/10 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp / 30g unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves (, minced)
½ onion (, finely chopped)
1 cup / 250 ml tomato passata (/ tomato puree (Note 1))
3/4 cup / 185 ml heavy / thickened cream ((Note 2 for subs))
1/2 cup / 125 ml milk (, low fat)
3/4 cup / 30g parmesan (, finely freshly grated (Note 3))
1 tsp dried basil, or other herb of choice
1 tsp chicken or vegetable stock powder (, or 1 bouillon cube, crumbled (Note 4))
Finely ground pepper + salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a big pot of boiling water for time per packet MINUS 2 minutes. Just before draining, scoop out a mugful of pasta cooking water.
  • Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, cook until translucent - about 2 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients. Stir until parmesan is melted. Turn heat up slightly and simmer for 2 minutes. Adjust salt to taste.
  • Add pasta. Toss for 1 to 2 minutes or until sauce thickens and is clinging to pasta instead of swimming on the base of the skillet (video shows this well). Use reserved pasta cooking water if required to thin the sauce out if it gets too thick.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with more parmesan and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 284 g, Calories 546 kcal

PASTA WITH TOMATO CREAM SAUCE



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Pasta with creamy tomato sauce is perfect for when you're hungry or if you're feeling blue and in need of comfort. It definitely does the trick.

Categories     main dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. butter
1 whole medium onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 15-ounce cans tomato sauce or marinara sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
Dash of sugar, to taste
1 c. heavy cream
Grated parmesan or Romano cheese, to taste
Fresh basil, chopped
1 1/2 lb. fettuccine

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.Heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and saute for a minute or so. Pour in tomato sauce and add salt, pepper, and sugar to taste. Stir and cook over low heat for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.Remove from heat and stir in cream. Add cheese to taste, then check seasonings. Stir in pasta and chopped basil and serve immediately. (Thin with pasta water before adding basil if needed.)

TOMATO-CREAM SAUCE FOR PASTA



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Serve over your favorite pasta. Absolutely delicious and so easy to make!

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy

Time 20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
¾ teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat. Make sure it doesn't burn. Add tomatoes, basil, sugar, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to boil and continue to boil 5 minutes or until most of the liquid evaporates. Remove from heat; stir in whipping cream and butter. Reduce heat and simmer 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 38.7 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 270.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

ONE-PAN ROTINI WITH TOMATO CREAM SAUCE



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I like to make one-pan recipes and this one was proclaimed a winner by my family. Bonus: It's also easy to clean up. Serve with crusty bread to dip into the sauce. -Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups beef stock
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 5-10 minutes; crumble beef; drain. Add garlic and seasonings; cook 1 minute longer. Add the stock and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Add pasta and peas; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, until pasta is tender, 10-12 minutes. , Gradually stir in cream and cheese; heat through (do not allow to boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips for Making Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will give your sauce the best flavor. If you can, use fresh tomatoes. If you're using canned tomatoes, choose a brand that uses high-quality tomatoes.
  • Don't skimp on the cream. Cream is what gives this sauce its rich, creamy texture. Use a good-quality cream, such as heavy cream or half-and-half.
  • Season the sauce to taste. This means adding salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You may also want to add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means cooking the pasta until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it. This will prevent the pasta from becoming mushy when you add it to the sauce.
  • Serve the pasta immediately. Pasta with tomato cream sauce is best served immediately, while it is still hot and creamy.

Conclusion

Pasta with tomato cream sauce is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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