One Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
One Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
Description
The recipe simmers spaghetti broken in half with cherry tomatoes, garlic, and seasonings in a mixture of milk and low-sodium chicken broth. This cooking method allows the pasta to absorb the flavorful broth gently enriched by the milk, and the tomatoes soften and release juices, blending into a light creamy sauce. Fresh basil added off heat brightens the dish with herbal fragrance, while Parmesan cheese adds a finishing touch of savory richness.
The texture is tender pasta with a sauce combining creamy, tangy, and herbal elements without requiring any separate sauce preparation. This one-pot approach reduces cleanup and simplifies cooking. The pasta can be served immediately or allowed to rest slightly to thicken.
Adjustments such as substituting whole wheat spaghetti might require increasing broth quantities. Dried basil can be used if fresh basil is unavailable, added during cooking with oregano. This dish makes an accessible and flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 2 ¾ cups chicken broth I use low sodium
- 1 pound spaghetti broken in half
- 4 cups cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced (about 1 heaping teaspoon)
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ to 1 to 1 cup basil torn into pieces, fresh leaves
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- In a large pot (5- to 6-quarts), combine the milk, broth, spaghetti, garlic, oregano, cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and gently simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring often so the pasta doesn’t stick. Adjust the heat accordingly especially at the end. Cook until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Off the heat, stir in the basil leaves and the Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately (if you want it slightly thicker, let it rest 5-10 minutes; it will thicken as it stands).
Notes
- Regular spaghetti works best, but whole wheat can be used with slightly increased broth and adjusted cooking time.
- If fresh basil is not available, 1 to 2 teaspoons of dried basil can be added during cooking along with oregano.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 390kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 66g | 22% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 966mg | 40% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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