Creamy One Pot Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamy One Pot Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large garlic cloves, peeled; 1 (7 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, undrained; 3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth (5 1/4 cups); 1 lb uncooked penne pasta; 1 head broccoli (2 cups small florets); 2 medium carrots, peeled; 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese (NeufchA tel); ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; ¼ cup grated fresh parmesan cheese; snipped fresh basil (optional)

Servings: persons

4 large garlic cloves, peeled
1 (7 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, undrained
3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth (5 1/4 cups)
1 lb uncooked penne pasta
1 head broccoli (2 cups small florets)
2 medium carrots, peeled
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese (NeufchA tel)
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
¼ cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
snipped fresh basil (optional)

1
Thinly slice garlic using Color Coated Paring Knife.
2
Place garlic and 1 tbsp oil from sun-dried tomatoes into (8-qt.)
3
Stockpot.
4
Cook garlic over medium heat 2-3 minutes or until garlic is golden brown, stirring occasionally.
5
Remove from heat; add broth.
6
Return to burner; increase heat to high.
7
Cover and bring to a boil.
8
Stir in pasta; cover and simmer vigorously 8-10 minutes or until pasta is almost cooked but still firm, stirring occasionally using Mega Scraper.
9
Meanwhile, cut broccoli into small florets; place into Classic Batter Bowl.
10
Cut carrots in half lengthwise; thinly slice crosswise on a bias using Santoku Knife.
11
Drain sun-dried tomatoes; pat dry with a paper towel.
12
Slice tomatoes into thin strips.
13
Add carrots and tomatoes to batter bowl.
14
Cut cream cheese into cubes.
15
Add vegetables, cream cheese, salt and black pepper to Stockpot.
16
Stir until cream cheese is melted and fully incorporated.
17
Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook an additional 2-4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
18
Serve immediately in Simple Additions Dots Large Round Bowl.
19
If desired, top with grated fresh Parmesan cheese and snipped fresh basil.

906

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large garlic cloves, peeled, 1 (7 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, undrained, 3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth (5 1/4 cups), 1 lb uncooked penne pasta, and more.

Yes, Creamy One Pot Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy One Pot Pasta

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