This amazing Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce is going to be your new best friend! It comes together in a flash and oh those tomatoes, cream and pasta…..topped with a dusting of cheese. It’s perfect in its simple little way.
Sometimes, a cuppa cream has gotta hit the pan. I mean how much chicken and veggies can one girl eat?
If I am going to splurge on a bowl of pasta, you can bet it’s going to have tomatoes and cream in it. The simple combo just leaves me all happy and stuff. (I did have broccoli on the side BTW, it’s all about balance :).
Ooooooo I love a good pour shot and that cream going into the red sauce is making me very, very happy. It’s restaurant quality meal you can make at home in no time !
With only a handful of ingredients, this Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce recipe is one you will keep around for awhile. Hit that print button!
Saute some onions and garlic in a little butter and olive oil. Toss in the tomato sauce, let it cook down a bit…then hit it with the cream. Not half and half my friends, cream. Make up those 40 calories somewhere else. The little bit of cream in this is the show stopper!
Besides being incredibly easy to make, this makes a ton of pasta. I’m gonna be knocking on neighbors doors giving this stuff away. My neighbors really, really like me.
I used linguine because I figured it was ‘thinner’ and lower in calories than fettuccine. The rational of a chub-o is an amazing thing. You don’t wanna be in this head….
Tips to make Pasta in Tomato Cream Sauce:.
- Use any kind of pasta you like, this is all about the sauce. Penne, bow tie, wagon wheels, doesn’t matter.
- Add cooked chicken or sausage if you need a protein.
- Taste test, adding salt and pepper as you go. This should go without saying, but I forget all the time and it can make or break a dish.
Need a visual? check out this video of our Pasta in Tomato Cream Sauce- Yum!
To a little bit of cream and pasta in my life…followed by broccoli for dessert!
Clink!
Kathi
We also love this Chicken in Tomato Sauce – A one pan, 30 minute meal!
or how about this Easy Italian Pasta Skillet! – All in one pan, pasta and all!
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Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup onion minced
- 2 15 oz cans tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan plus extra for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound linguine or pasta of your choice
Instructions
- Heat large skillet on medium heat. Add olive oil and butter heating until butter melts.
- Add onion to skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until onion is translucent fragrant. Add garlic and saute for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce and cream to pan. Simmer for about 20 minutes until sauce has thickened up.
- While pasta sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of water to boil. Add about 2 teaspoons of salt.
- Add pasta and cook according to package directions. REMOVE 1/2 CUP OF PASTA WATER AND SET ASIDE. Drain pasta.
- Add 1/2 cup parmesan cheese to the tomato cream sauce.
- Toss cooked pasta in with tomato cream sauce. Drizzle in about 1/4 cup of reserved pasta water and simmer for a minute or two. Use additional pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve with additional grated parmesan on top and a simple salad and bread if desired.
Notes
Tips to make Pasta in Tomato Cream Sauce:
- Reserve a 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining pasta to help the sauce adhere to the pasta.
- Use any kind of pasta you like, this is all about the sauce. Penne, bow tie, wagon wheels, doesn't matter.
- Add cooked chicken or sausage if you need a protein.
- Taste test, adding salt and pepper as you go. This should go without saying, but I forget all the time and it can make or break a dish.
Nutrition
Luisa Noakes says
This is such a great recipie! So Easy and very tastey! i also add Chicken from time to time just to mix it up!
Janis Johanson says
Hi, just to clarify, I live in the Wales, UK and tomato sauce is ketchup in the UK . Will Passata be okay as a substitute ? Thank you
Kathi & Rachel says
Interesting! Didn’t know that. But yes passata would actually be a great substitute. kathi
Carol Hoffman says
Excellent Recipe! So Delicious and so easy. I followed your recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. As per your suggestion I added chicken for a protein. It would also be great served with shrimp or mushrooms. Everyone loved it! Thank you.
syllable counter says
This pasta dish is delicious! I love the tomato cream sauce.
Keith says
Delicious dish. My kids loved it! Definitely going into the regular rotation!
Kathi & Rachel says
Yay! We are so glad you liked it! Thanks for the 5 stars!
yes no wheel says
This pasta dish is delicious! I love the tomato cream sauce.
Lisa Veze says
I made this tonight. It was amazing! So simple! I added chopped frozen spinach to it but used half n half! I can’t believe how such a simple dish could be so delishious!
Anna Belle Ho says
Hi, can I clarify what this equates to- “2 15 oz cans tomato sauce”? As there’s a space between “2” and “15”. Is the 2 referring to cups? Thank you!
Kathi & Rachel says
Hi Anna – It’s two (2) cans of tomato sauce that are 15 ounces each. Hope that helps!
Anna Belle says
Ah yes! Thank you so much, I’m excited to try it soon (:
M B says
Just made this tonight exactly as written. It was delicious! Don’t forget to salt and pepper the sauce before adding the cheese. My family loved it. Thank you!
Kathi & Rachel says
So glad you loved it! Good advice on the salt! Taste, taste, taste…it’s the best part of the process!
Deidre says
Made this last night for dinner and halved the recipe. This is my new favorite sauce!
Holly says
It’s great with shredded smoked salmon!
Jessica says
Is it okay to substitute the cream for half and half ? It’s too cold out to go to the grocery store today ! Lol
Kathi & Rachel says
Hi Jessica! Yes, you can sub half and half. You might want to add a smidge more to the pot to get it really creamy. Stay warm!
Angela Ingram says
My daughter asked me make her penne noodles with blush sauce for dinner, I had never had blush sauce, so I came across your recipe in my search for what she was looking for, and wanted to thank you! It was a big hit with everyone, and it was easier to make than I expected, so thanks again we will be making this again for sure and I’m eager to try more of your recipes.