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Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe – The Ultimate Guide to a Luxurious, One-Pan Comfort Meal

Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe – The Ultimate Guide to a Luxurious, One-Pan Comfort Meal
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Do you love comfort food that feels restaurant-quality but comes together in one pan? This Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe is rich, velvety, garlicky, and packed with juicy cherry tomatoes simmered in a luxurious tomato-cream sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, cozy dinners, or an impressive yet effortless meal for guests.

Ingredients

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  • 8 garlic cloves, minced

  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 cup dry white wine

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes

  • 2 cups heavy cream (or plant-based cream, 1:1 swap)

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup chopped parsley

  • 8 oz rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • Freshly grated Parmesan (optional)

Instructions

1. Prep the Ingredients

Mince garlic and halve cherry tomatoes. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.

2. Sauté the Garlic

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and ½ teaspoon salt. Sauté about 5 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant.

3. Cook the Tomatoes

Add cherry tomatoes and another ½ teaspoon salt. Cook 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and juicy.

4. Deglaze the Pan

Pour in white wine and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in chili flakes and tomato paste until combined.

5. Add the Cream

Pour in heavy cream. In a small bowl, whisk flour with 2 tablespoons water to make a slurry. Slowly stir into sauce. Simmer 5–10 minutes until slightly thickened.

6. Season & Combine

Stir in parsley, smoked paprika, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add cooked rigatoni and toss to coat. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.

7. Finish Cooking

Let simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and rest 5 minutes.

8. Serve

Top with Parmesan, extra parsley, and black pepper.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor.

  • Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or mushrooms for protein.

  • For extra richness, stir in a knob of butter at the end.

  • Swap rigatoni for penne, fusilli, or fettuccine.

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