One Pot Pasta
A simple and delicious pasta dish made in one pot, combining fresh tomatoes, herbs, and pasta for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
- 1 cup onion (chopped) For flavor
- 6 cloves garlic (minced) For flavor
- 14 oz. fresh tomatoes (diced) Can substitute with canned tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian version
- 1 tablespoon chopped Italian basil For flavor
- 8 oz. spaghetti Use any pasta shape you prefer
- 1/4 teaspoon salt To taste
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese For topping
- 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a wide skillet, pan, or pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 3 minutes until they start to brown.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and chopped Italian basil to the pan.
- Add the spaghetti to the pot and press it down to submerge in the liquid.
- Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Cook for about 8 minutes or until the pasta is al dente, adding more chicken broth if necessary.
Finishing Touches
- Once the pasta is cooked, uncover the pot and add salt to taste.
- Turn off the heat and top the dish with shredded Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
Notes
This dish is versatile; swap ingredients based on preference. Good to serve with garlic bread or a salad.