Creamy Cherry Tomato Pasta - Your Yummy Day (2024)

This creamy cherry tomato pasta is so easy and so good. A few tomatoes, a little cream, some good pasta and you're done.

Why you'll love it

You know, when you want to treat yourself and you don't have enough time or energy?
All you need is a back-pocket recipe just like this one! We love it because it's SO simple! And if you get creative along the way, this recipe is a wonderful base for your own add-ins: chicken, turkey, bacon, mushroom, bell pepper…

🥘 Ingredients

The full recipe with detailed steps and measurements can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

• Cherry Tomatoes - any type is great. Cook them well to release all their sweetness.
• Pasta - we used rigatoni as it's one of our favorite pasta type but any type would be great for this recipe.
• Cream - or vegetal cream if you want to make it vegan.
• Parmesan - it's optional but if you're a cheese lover like us, go for it!
• Seasonings - salt and pepper to taste and you can add chili flakes if you want to spice up the recipe.

🔪Instructions

1. Boil the Pasta:
   • Fill a pot with water and add a generous amount of salt.
   • Bring the water to a boil.
   • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until it's "al dente," which means it's still slightly firm to the bite.
   • Drain the cooked pasta and set it aside.
2. Make the Tomato Sauce:
   • In a pan, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the minced garlic and sauté until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden.
3. Add Cherry Tomatoes:
   • Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan with the garlic.
   • Cook them until they become tender. You can gently press and crush the tomatoes with the back of a wooden spoon as they cook. This helps release their juices and flavor.
4. Introduce Tomato Paste:
   • Stir in the tomato paste and cook it along with the tomatoes. This adds richness and depth to the sauce.
5. Incorporate Cream and Seasonings:
   • Pour in the cream and season the sauce with salt, pepper, and any desired herbs or seasonings. Stir well to combine.
6. Combine with Pasta:
   • Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the tomato sauce.
   • Grate or sprinkle some Parmesan cheese over the pasta.
   • You can also add a bit of pasta water (the water you reserved when draining the pasta) to help create a smooth and silky sauce. This starchy pasta water can enhance the texture of the sauce.
7. Finish and Serve:
   • Stir everything together until the sauce is well incorporated and the pasta is coated with the creamy tomato sauce.

Now your creamy tomato pasta is ready to be served! Enjoy your delicious meal. You can garnish with more Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if desired.

👩‍🍳Pro Tip

Homemade Pasta: If you have the time and skills, consider making your pasta from scratch. Fresh homemade pasta can take this dish to another level.

Make it your own: You can enjoy it as it is, or you can use it as a basefor your personal touches. Experiment by mixing in some shredded leftover roasted chicken or poached chicken, or throw in a handful of fresh spinach leaves.

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