Quick Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce Recipe

This ridiculously easy creamy tomato pasta sauce is a family favorite! I've made it for years, and it's the first recipe I taught my kids. The secret? Fresh, uncooked garlic at the end for an amazing burst of flavor. While it's super simple, gentle heating is key to prevent the cream from curdling (don't worry, we'll walk you through it!). Get ready for a delicious, 10-minute pasta sauce that's perfect for weeknights. This recipe uses flexible quantities, so feel free to adjust to your liking.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 131.5 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.6 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce

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How to Make Quick Easy Creamy Tomato Pasta Sauce

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and stir gently into the oil. It may not fully mix at first.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup heavy cream, ensuring the tomato paste is incorporated.
  4. Gently heat the mixture, stirring frequently, until it almost simmers (tiny bubbles appear around the edges). Do not boil!
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Stir in 1-2 cloves of crushed fresh garlic and a generous pinch of freshly ground black pepper.
  7. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta. Garnish with fresh basil for an extra burst of freshness!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

17g

Carbs

3g