The Ultimate Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe You’ll Make on Repeat
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta—a luscious, restaurant-style dish made in under 35 minutes! Bursting with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, the warmth of garlic, and the silkiness of cream, this pasta brings together Italian flair with Mediterranean freshness. Perfect for cozy dinners, date nights, or anytime you need a comforting, flavor-packed meal.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 35 min
Ingredients
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8 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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4 tbsp olive oil
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1 cup dry white wine
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1 tsp white sugar
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1 tsp chili flakes
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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2 cups heavy cream (or 1:1 alt milk swap)
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1 tbsp flour + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
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½ cup chopped parsley
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8 oz rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente
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1 tsp each: smoked paprika, garlic powder, sugar
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Freshly grated Parmesan, optional
Instructions
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Sauté garlic: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and a pinch of salt; cook 5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
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Cook tomatoes: Add cherry tomatoes and another pinch of salt. Sauté 10–15 minutes until soft and saucy.
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Deglaze: Pour in white wine and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in chili flakes and tomato paste.
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Make it creamy: Pour in cream, then slowly whisk in the flour slurry to thicken. Simmer 5–10 minutes, stirring often.
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Season: Add parsley, paprika, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper.
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Combine: Toss in cooked rigatoni, stirring gently to coat. Simmer 5 minutes more for the flavors to meld.
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Serve: Garnish with Parmesan, parsley, and black pepper.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan and al dente pasta—it makes all the difference in texture and taste!
Nutrition
- Calories: 520 kcal per serving