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One Pan Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta

A cozy, comforting one-pan pasta dish featuring creamy tomato sauce, fresh spinach, and bursts of cherry tomatoes—perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10-11 oz pappardelle or tagliatelle nests spaghetti can be substituted
  • 10 oz cherry tomatoes red and yellow, halved
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 6 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 2 handfuls fresh spinach
  • 4 tbsp crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 1 cup plant-based cream or heavy cream
  • 2.5 cups vegetable broth
  • 3-4 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • Parmigiano Reggiano grated, for finishing

Equipment

  • Large Pan
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Place pasta nests in the center of a large pan. Surround with halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, sliced garlic, and fresh spinach.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Spoon mixture evenly over pasta and veggies. Drizzle olive oil over everything.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle dried oregano, basil, chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper over the pan.
  4. Step 4: Pour in the cream and vegetable broth, just enough to mostly submerge the pasta. Cover with a lid and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  5. Step 5: Cook for 11 to 13 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender and sauce is creamy and thickened.
  6. Step 6: Just before serving, stir in grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Optionally sprinkle extra on top. Serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to add mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini for extra veggies. Swap cream for coconut cream for a dairy-free version. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently with added broth or cream to loosen sauce.