Easy Creamy Tomato Sauce Pasta

Ingredients

• 500 g cherry tomatoes
• 1 head garlic (Use the whole head; trim only any loose outer skin as needed.)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (For drizzling over the tomatoes and garlic before roasting.)
• pasta seasoning (Use to taste; the source does not specify the seasoning blend or amount.)
• salt (Season the tomatoes and pasta water to taste.)
• black pepper (Season to taste.)
• 100 ml 18% cream
• 600 g spaghetti, cooked (The source does not specify an amount; approximately 400 g dry spaghetti, cooked, is estimated for four servings.)
• 40 g grated cheese (For finishing; Parmesan is a suitable choice.)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 356°F (180°C). Arrange the cherry tomatoes and whole garlic head in a baking dish or on a small sheet pan.

2. 2

   Drizzle the tomatoes and garlic with olive oil, then season with pasta seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste.

3. 3

   Roast for 15–20 minutes, until the tomatoes have softened and released their juices and the garlic is tender and fragrant. Remove from the oven and let cool briefly until safe to handle.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions, until al dente. Drain it, reserving a little pasta water if desired.

5. 5

   Squeeze the softened garlic cloves from their skins into a blender. Add the roasted tomatoes and any juices from the baking dish.

6. 6

   Blend the roasted tomatoes and garlic until completely smooth. If the sauce is too thick to blend, loosen it with a small splash of reserved pasta water.

7. 7

   Pour the blended tomato mixture into a large pan or pot. Add the 18% cream and stir until evenly combined and creamy. Warm gently without boiling vigorously.

8. 8

   Add the cooked spaghetti to the creamy tomato sauce and toss until every strand is coated. Adjust the consistency with a little reserved pasta water if necessary.

9. 9

   Divide the pasta among serving bowls and finish with grated cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

The quantities for olive oil, pasta seasoning, spaghetti, and grated cheese were not specified in the source and are practical estimates. Use any preferred pasta seasoning blend and adjust salt, pepper, cream, and pasta water to taste.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• pasta
• Italian-inspired
• vegetarian
• roasted
• one-pan sauce
• easy
• weeknight meal