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Published: Aug 23, 2014 · Modified: Jan 29, 2021 by Zerrin & Yusuf

Creamy Caprese Pasta

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Don’t you think the word ‘creamy’ is tempting on its own? It may not be the healthiest thing in the world, but I’m sure everyone agrees on that if something is creamy, there is no doubt it is super tasty. This Creamy Caprese Pasta is no exception. This is one of the best pasta dishes I’ve ever had!

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If you like caprese salad, I’m sure you will love this pasta too because it has the same combination of flavors with an addition of pasta. This is a perfect family recipe just like fettuccine recipe with tomato paste pasta sauce because everyone loves to stretch that melting cheese when having their pasta and there is always fun around the table. You never beg kids so that they eat some more, they themselves want to eat a large portion when you make this creamy caprese pasta.

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I used pipe rigate pasta and the result was amazing but you can use your family’s favorite pasta. This is a super easy recipe and you can’t have an excuse for not making it. Make it whenever you feel you are stuck and can’t find anything to make for dinner. I promise your family will thank you!

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Although the name suggests ‘creamy’, I didn’t use any cream in this pasta, so it wouldn’t be wrong to say that this is a healthier version of creamy pasta. I accept creamy pasta dishes are so tasty, as in my Creamy Mushroom Spaghetti, but I wanted to go healthier this time. There was really no need to use any heavy cream, this pasta was already creamy and so scrumptious! The creaminess is coming from milk and mozzarella. Oh, that melting mozzarella is so cruel, isn’t it? Cheesy creamy caprese pasta with Homemade Tomato Paste! Who can resist it?

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Besides basil leaves, I used a few fresh mint leaves in this pasta to give it a bit more freshness and it turned out wonderful! You can leave it out if you don’t want to mix the flavors of herbs and just go with basil. I recommend you to try it though.

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Creamy Caprese Pasta

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★★★★★

4.5 from 4 reviews

Creamy pasta loaded with tomato and cheese flavors. No cream is used in the recipe. Milk and cheese give the creaminess to the pasta.

  • Author: Zerrin & Yusuf
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb pipe rigate pasta
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 3 ounces mini mozzarella balls
  • A few fresh basil leaves
  • A few fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to the package in a pot of salted water. When it’s completely cooked, drain leaving a little water in the pot.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Saute halved grape tomatoes and tomato paste in it.
  3. Pour milk in it and stir.
  4. Transfer the pasta into the pan with that little juice and stir.
  5. Add in mozzarella balls and butter and cover the pan. Let them melt in the pan for about 2 minutes. Finally toss in the basil leaves and stir to combine them all well.
  6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve hot or warm.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 396
  • Sugar: 3.7 g
  • Sodium: 517.5 mg
  • Fat: 11.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 58.9 g
  • Protein: 14.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 17.6 mg

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  1. Ryan says

    December 18, 2020 at 5:19 am

    Really yummy dish. I added 4 cloves of garlic when sautéing the tomatoes. If i make it again, I think I’d double the tomato paste and milk because I like my pasta saucy.

    ★★★★

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  2. Catherine says

    February 22, 2016 at 5:10 am

    This recipe was delish! I hope in the future you'll leave off the ads at the bottom of the page showing toes - not very appetizing after seeing the yummy pictures of the dish!

    ★★★★

    Reply
  3. yara says

    January 21, 2015 at 4:58 am

    cooked it today for my family turned out really great and they loved it..Thank you for the recipe:)

    Reply
  4. Care says

    January 14, 2015 at 2:43 am

    what do they mean by mini mozzarella balls? Do they mean boccachini?

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  5. Casey Consuegra says

    January 12, 2015 at 4:02 am

    Just made this a second ago. Its so easy to make and its so good. I can't even describe my feelings for this recipe.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  6. Lauren Wise says

    November 13, 2014 at 5:35 pm

    This dish looks beautiful and so yummy! I have most of the ingredients on hand and can't wait to make it. For anyone who's interested in the nutritional count, I just put the recipe into Myfitnesspal.com's calculator. For 6 servings, it comes out to 373 calories each. Not bad for a creamy pasta! This would be amazing with some healthy, low-cal seafood (like chopped up shrimp or crabmeat?) to add protein without a lot of guilt either. Yummy!

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  7. Kim says

    September 23, 2014 at 10:57 am

    Pasta is love. Creamy Caprese Pasta is sooooo much love. Thanks for sharing.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  8. Ami@naivecookcooks says

    September 17, 2014 at 2:10 am

    Gosh this pasta is making me super hungry right now!! The pic with cheesy pasta - to die for!!

    Reply
  9. Rosa says

    August 25, 2014 at 10:24 am

    Scrumptious and ever so comforting!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  10. Kaylene @ The Links Site says

    August 25, 2014 at 4:52 am

    Looks great, I love that it is creamy without having to actually add cream!

    Reply
  11. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    August 24, 2014 at 11:34 pm

    so craving pasta right now.. this looks AMAZING.

    Reply
  12. Donalyn@TheCreeksideCook says

    August 24, 2014 at 9:09 pm

    Zerrin - I would not even try to resist this great looking meal - all my favorites! I love this kind of pasta too - soaks up so much sauce!

    Reply
  13. Thea @ Baking Magique says

    August 24, 2014 at 11:52 am

    What a beautiful post! That pasta looks divine... 🙂

    Reply

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