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One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta

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A rich, comforting pasta dish that comes together in just one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty without the washing up. This recipe uses cupboard staples and costs under £4 to feed a famil...

Prep 5 mins
Cook 20 mins
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Per serving £0.82

Approx £3.29 total based on typical supermarket prices in GB. See yours →

S by Steven Tobin · Published 30 Apr 2026
One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta

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A rich, comforting pasta dish that comes together in just one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty without the washing up.

This recipe uses cupboard staples and costs under £4 to feed a family of four.

Instructions

  1. 1
    Dice the onion and finely chop the garlic.
  2. 2
    Sauté the onion in a large deep pan with a little oil over medium heat until soft.
  3. 3
    Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. 4
    Pour in the chopped tomatoes, cream, and dried basil. Stir well.
  5. 5
    Add the pasta and enough water to just cover it.
  6. 6
    Simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
  7. 7
    Stir in the grated cheddar and season with salt and pepper.
  8. 8
    Serve hot with extra cheese on top if desired.

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About Steven Tobin

Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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