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One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Tortilla Pasta

Close-up of a bowl filled with One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Tortilla Pasta, featuring fusilli pasta coated in a rich red sauce and fresh basil.
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Make a flavorful, creamy tomato and basil pasta dish in a single pot using tortilla strips for texture. This recipe minimizes cleanup and cooks quickly.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 8 ounces dry pasta (like penne or rotini)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 large flour tortillas, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice) and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Add the dry pasta, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking, until the pasta is nearly tender.
  6. Stir in the cream cheese cubes until they melt and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and the tortilla strips. Cook uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the tortilla strips to soften slightly while retaining some texture.
  8. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh chopped basil.
  9. Serve immediately, topping with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • If you prefer softer tortillas, add them during the last 5 minutes of the pasta simmering time instead of near the end.
  • You can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a slightly lighter sauce.
  • For added protein, stir in 1 cup of cooked shredded chicken during the last step.

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