10-Minute Creamy Tomato Pasta
A quick and easy pasta dish made with creamy tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 10 minutes!
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Colander
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz Pasta (any short shape)
- 1 15-ounce can Canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 ounces Cream cheese Softened
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper or to taste
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil Chopped (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.
- In a large pot, combine crushed tomatoes, softened cream cheese, milk, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir over medium heat until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
- Stir in fresh basil (if using).
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. You can also use different types of cheese, such as mozzarella or ricotta.