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One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Shells

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A delightful and comforting one-pot dish featuring creamy goodness, fresh tomatoes, and fragrant basil, perfect for busy weeknights or family meals.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces pasta shells
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, heavy cream, dried basil, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the pasta shells, reduce the heat, and let simmer until the pasta is cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

For extra flavor, opt for roasted garlic instead of raw. You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

  • Author: jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-Pot Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 570mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg