Creamy Tomato and Bell Pepper Pasta

Name: Creamy Tomato and Bell Pepper Pasta
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 people
Ingredients: 7 oz Pasta; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 2 medium Tomatoes; 1 medium Bell Pepper; 1 tsp Garlic Powder; 1 tsp Italian Seasoning; 0.5 cup Cooking Cream; 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.25 tsp Black Pepper

VegetarianUnder 30 MinsStovetopDinnerComfort FoodItalian

Easy

25min

480kcal

2people

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A quick and vibrant pasta dish featuring a creamy, veggie-packed sauce made from fresh tomatoes and bell peppers.

If you are craving a comforting and vibrant dinner, this Creamy Tomato and Bell Pepper Pasta is exactly what you need. Combining the natural sweetness of fresh tomatoes and crisp bell peppers with a luscious cream sauce, this Creamy Tomato and Bell Pepper Pasta transforms simple pantry staples into a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes. What makes this recipe truly special is how the highly perishable ingredients in your fridge—like those bright bell peppers and juicy tomatoes—break down to form a rich, deeply flavorful base. When you stir in the cooking cream and savory Parmesan cheese, it balances the slight acidity of the vegetables, creating a silky sauce that coats every single piece of pasta. I love making this when I need a quick weeknight dinner that doesn't compromise on flavor. The garlic powder and Italian seasoning infuse the dish with classic Mediterranean aromatics, making your kitchen smell absolutely incredible. Whether you are cooking for your family or just treating yourself after a long day, this Creamy Tomato and Bell Pepper Pasta is guaranteed to satisfy your carb cravings while sneaking in some wonderful veggies. Top it off with an extra sprinkle of cheese, grab a fork, and enjoy this ultimate comfort food!

Ingredients

200 g Pasta (about 2 cups dry)
1 tbsp Olive Oil
2 medium Tomatoes
1 medium Bell Pepper
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
120 ml Cooking Cream
30 g Parmesan Cheese (about 1/4 cup grated)
0.5 tsp Salt
0.25 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

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Step 1: Boil water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions until tender. Reserve a small splash of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
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Step 2: While the pasta is cooking, roughly chop the tomatoes and the bell pepper.
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Step 3: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped bell pepper and sauté for about 5 minutes until it begins to soften.
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Step 4: Stir in the chopped tomatoes, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture cook down for another 5 to 7 minutes until the tomatoes break down into a chunky sauce.
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Step 5: Reduce the heat to low and pour in the cooking cream. Stir well and let it simmer gently for 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
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Step 6: Add the cooked pasta into the pan with the creamy sauce. Toss everything together to coat the pasta, adding a tiny splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce feels too thick.
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Step 7: Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.