🍝 Easy One-Pot Pasta
Introduction
If you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and mess-free dinner, One-Pot Pasta is your answer. Instead of boiling pasta in one pot and making sauce in another, everything cooks together — pasta, sauce, and seasonings — in a single pot. The result? A creamy, rich dish with minimal cleanup. It’s no wonder this recipe is trending across food blogs and TikTok!
🛒 Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti or penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (or fresh cherry tomatoes)
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Optional add-ins:
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1 cup spinach or kale 🌿
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½ cup mushrooms 🍄
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Cooked chicken, shrimp, or sausage for protein 🍤
👩🍳 Instructions
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Sauté aromatics
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In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant.
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Add pasta & broth
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Stir in pasta, diced tomatoes, broth, oregano, and basil. Bring to a boil.
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Simmer until cooked
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Reduce heat and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 10–12 minutes until pasta is al dente and liquid has reduced into a sauce.
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Finish with cheese
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Stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Garnish & serve
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Top with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.
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💡 Tips & Variations
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Creamy Version: Stir in ½ cup heavy cream or cream cheese.
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Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or chili oil.
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Vegan: Skip cheese or use plant-based Parmesan.
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Protein Boost: Mix in grilled chicken, shrimp, or beans.
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