Quick & Easy Creamy Basil and Tomato Sauce over Fre

Name: Quick & Easy Creamy Basil and Tomato Sauce over Fresh Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh pasta (linguini is what I prefer and you could also use spaghetti); 1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (room temperature); ¼ cup parmesan cheese; 2 ½ cups plum tomatoes (lightly seeded and rough chopped); 1 cup kalamata olive, cut in half; 1 small onion (cut in half and thin sliced); 1 tablespoon minced garlic; ½ cup fresh basil, chopped; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; salt; pepper; grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb fresh pasta (linguini is what I prefer and you could also use spaghetti)
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (room temperature)
¼ cup parmesan cheese
2 ½ cups plum tomatoes (lightly seeded and rough chopped)
1 cup kalamata olive, cut in half
1 small onion (cut in half and thin sliced)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt
pepper
grated parmesan cheese

1
Sauce -- In a large pan heat up the chicken broth to medium heat.
2
Stir in the cream cheese until soft.
3
Using a fork or small whisk, mix until well combined.
4
Slowly add in the parmesan cheese, garlic, red pepper flakes and pepper (hold off on the salt) and mix well until heated through.
5
Pasta -- Cook the pasta according to directions in salted water.
6
Once done, drain (reserve 1 cup of the pasta water) and set to the side.
7
Finish the Sauce -- Now the sauce is heated all the way through and the cheeses are melted, add in the olives, tomatoes and basil.
8
Toss well and then check for salt.
9
I like to add a little, but remember the broth and olives are both salty, so just add a little.
10
Add in the pasta directly to the sauce and toss well.
11
If you prefer your sauce a little thinner, add some of the pasta water.
12
Garnish with fresh parmesan.
13
Even though it is a rich sauce, the tomatoes and olives make it a very light pasta dish.
14
It is great for a quick night dinner.
15
Literally just 15-20 minutes to cook and it is on the table.

620

kcal

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Fat

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fresh pasta (linguini is what I prefer and you could also use spaghetti), 1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (room temperature), ¼ cup parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Quick & Easy Creamy Basil and Tomato Sauce over Fresh 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!

Quick & Easy Creamy Basil and Tomato Sauce over Fresh Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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