Description
This one-pot pasta is a quick, comforting, and flavorful meal made with simple ingredients. The pasta cooks directly in a rich broth with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, creating a silky sauce in just one pot.
Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti or linguine
3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small onion, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Optional: 1 cup spinach or kale
Optional: 1/2 cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu
Instructions
1. Place pasta, cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, broth, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper into a large pot.
2. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
3. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
4. Reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 9–12 minutes.
5. Continue stirring until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
6. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
7. Add spinach or kale if using and let it wilt.
8. Add cooked protein if desired and heat through.
9. Remove from heat and let rest for 1 minute.
10. Serve warm with fresh basil and extra Parmesan.
Notes
Use a wide pot to keep pasta evenly submerged.
Stir frequently to avoid sticking.
Add a splash of broth when reheating leftovers.
Swap Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a vegan version.
Customize with seasonal vegetables for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg