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One Pot Pasta

A warm and comforting pasta dish that cooks in one pot, saving you time and dishes while delivering delicious flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz pasta (any shape) Short shapes like penne or rotini are recommended.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For sautéing aromatics.
  • 1 cup broth or water Use enough liquid to keep pasta from drying out.
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes Base for the sauce.
  • 1 tbsp garlic, minced For flavor.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Sauté with garlic.
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese Add at the end for creaminess.
  • 1 cup spinach Add at the end to wilt.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning For added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a wide pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, broth or water, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Bring to a simmer, then add the pasta.
  5. Stir well to prevent clumping, and let it cook for about 10-12 minutes.
Finishing Touches
  1. Once pasta is al dente, stir in spinach and parmesan cheese.
  2. Let it rest off the heat for 2 minutes before serving.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

You can mix and match ingredients based on pantry supplies. Consider adding protein or seasonal vegetables for variety. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.