Creamy Jarred Spaghetti with Tomatoes & Cheese Sauce – A Modern Take on Comfort Food
A modern, comforting twist on traditional pasta, this creamy jarred spaghetti combines rich tomato and cheese sauce with al dente noodles, perfect for on-the-go meals or fun weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 3–4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup jarred tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and blistered.
- Stir in jarred tomato sauce and heavy cream. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss in the cooked spaghetti and mix until evenly coated.
- Divide into jars for serving or storage. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Store in jars for easy grab-and-go lunches or dinners.
- Add grilled chicken or roasted veggies for extra protein or flavor.
- Swap heavy cream for plant-based cream to make it vegetarian-friendly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg