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Effortless One-Pot Pasta: Your New Weeknight Dinner Hero!

Discover the magic of one-pot pasta recipes! Learn how to make a delicious, fuss-free pasta dish in a single pot, perfect for busy weeknights. Get tips, variations, and more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound pasta linguine, fettuccine, or penne work well
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream optional, for a creamier sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • Fresh basil leaves chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Add the uncooked pasta, broth, and diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot. Stir everything together to ensure the pasta is submerged.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. If using, stir in the heavy cream. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese.