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Homemade Creamy Tomato Pasta

A comforting bowl of pasta coated in a rich and silky tomato cream sauce that everyone will love.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 15, 2026
Homemade Creamy Tomato Pasta
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
20 minutes
Serves
4

This creamy tomato pasta is one of those meals that feels like a big hug in a bowl. It is simple to pull together on a busy weeknight using pantry staples, but it tastes like something you would order at a nice neighborhood Italian restaurant.

I love how the tangy tomatoes pair with the smooth cream. It is a fantastic base recipe, so feel free to stir in a handful of fresh spinach or some cooked sausage if you have it in the fridge.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne according to the package directions until al dente.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add the minced garlic and cook for about one minute until fragrant, making sure not to let it brown.

  4. 4

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well, letting the sauce simmer gently for about five minutes.

  5. 5

    Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly until the sauce turns a lovely pink color.

  6. 6

    Add the parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce is smooth and melted.

  7. 7

    Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly into the skillet with the sauce.

  8. 8

    Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated, then stir in the fresh basil and season with salt and pepper before serving.

💡 Tips

Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If the sauce thickens too much after cooling, just add a splash of water or milk when you reheat it on the stove.

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