One Pan Pasta Dinner with Creamy Tomato Sauce

This One Pan Pasta Dinner is a quick and flavorful dish that combines pasta, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tomato sauce, all cooked in one pan! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe makes dinner easy and delicious.

Ingredients

• 12 oz penne pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup spinach, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the penne pasta, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has absorbed.
5. Stir in chopped spinach and halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
6. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.