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Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce

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I absolutely love goat cheese!  I’m always trying to find new ways to use it.  I decided to swap out traditional Parmesan cheese for goat cheese in this Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce recipe!

This was a different, but delicious 30-minute meal! I especially loved the roasted tomatoes on top of the tangy goat cheese sauce - yum! This pasta recipe comes together in 30 minutes or less making it a great weeknight dinner option!

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I picked up the pasta and Prego Farmers’ Market® Classic Marinara Sauce at Walmart and grabbed the grape tomatoes and basil from the produce section there.  The goat cheese is in a separate display that is also right by the produce section.

Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce

I haven’t always loved to cook.  And, I haven’t always  been good at it either.  I used to follow recipes step-by-step and would still mess up an entire meal on a regular basis!  Somehow, some way all that changed thankfully, but when I develop recipes to share I always try to make them so you can’t mess them up the way I used to!

This recipe is a pretty basic recipe but with a tasty little twist.  I used the Prego Farmers’ Market® Classic Marinara Sauce because it contains simple ingredients picked at peak, like what you’d find at a Farmer’s Market!  It’s so good that I don’t even bother making my own sauce anymore, but for this Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce recipe, I add a few things to change the flavor profile just a tad!  The goat cheese gives it a creamier texture with a little tanginess and the oven roasted grape tomatoes and basil bring out even more of that homemade taste we all love!  This is most definitely comfort food at it’s finest!

Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce

The best part?  This entire meal comes together in 30 minutes or less!  It’s a really delicious option for a busy weeknight meal and the leftovers (if you should have any) are just as good the next day for lunch!

Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce

If you like more basil flavor, try the Prego Farmers’ Market® Tomato and Basil Sauce, or if you’re more of a garlic lover they have you covered as well with the Roasted Garlic flavor!

Be sure to let me know if you make this Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce and what you think!

Enjoy!

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Creamy Goat Cheese Sauce

Swap out traditional Parmesan cheese for tangy, delicious goat cheese to make this creamy Goat Cheese Pasta Sauce recipe. It’s perfect over pasta and topped with roasted tomatoes and fresh basil.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 105kcal
Author Lauren Vavala

Ingredients

  • 1 cup grape tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • pinch pepper
  • 2 cups tomato sauce * homemade or jarred (see notes)
  • 1/4 cup goat cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil * finely chopped
  • pasta, spaghetti squash, or zoodles for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • In a small bowl, toss together the tomatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread onto a baking sheet and roast for about 10 minutes or until hot and somewhat shriveled. Remove and set aside.
  • In a small sauce pan over medium heat, add the tomato sauce.
  • Once the same is warm, stir in the goat cheese until it's melted and warmed through.
  • Mix the sauce into a pound of pasta, spaghetti squash, or zoodles.
  • Garnish with the roasted tomatoes, extra goat cheese, and basil.

Notes

Tips and Techniques for the Best Goat Cheese Pasta Sauce

  • Use homemade tomato sauce, if you have it, for the best flavor. It is recommended to use a basic marinara or simple garlic and basil-flavored tomato sauce.
  • You can use a 16 ounce jar of tomato sauce to save time. Be sure to purchase a marinara or basil-flavored tomato sauce.
  • Store leftover sauce, tightly covered, in the refrigerator. Use within 5-7 days. You can also freeze leftover sauce for up to 4-6 months.
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 841mg | Potassium: 494mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1014IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

 

Comments

  2. Elaine says

    Goat cheese is a great choice for pasta, as it’s naturally creamy and smooth. Looks like a great line from Prego.

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  4. Patty K-P says

    I haven’t seen the new Prego sauces…going to have to be on the lookout next time I’m at the store! I’ve never had goat cheese in pasta…what a great twist! Can’t wait to give it a whirl!

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  5. Joanie @ ZagLeft says

    I love goat cheese and bet this pasta tastes as fantastic as it looks. Definitely need to try the spaghetti sauce, I’m a Prego fan.

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  6. Sarah Jean says

    I didn’t know prego made a farmer’s market brand until your post. This may be the perfect compromise between my husband insisting we use Prego and my more “natural” inclinations 🙂

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  7. Jae | Dreaming of Leaving says

    Wow this seriously looks DEEEElish and I especially love your food-tography 🙂 thanks for posting, have a great week xo

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  18. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says

    Marinara and goat cheese = perfection! I love this new line from Prego! And this dish looks SO easy and yummy!

    Reply

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