Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this quick and easy creamy tomato pasta sauce recipe! A delightful twist on a classic, this recipe lets you customize it with your favorite herbs for a burst of fresh flavor. Ready in under 35 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 175.6 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.5 (10 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce

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How to Make Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until softened.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until sauce has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in softened cream cheese until completely melted and smooth. Add a little pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.
  6. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

30g

Carbs

3g