Cheesy One Pot Pasta
One Pot Pasta recipe is a harmonious blend of pasta, diced tomatoes, and aromatic herbs simmering together, creating a rich, flavorful sauce that wraps every bite in savory goodness.
Servings: 4 people
Equipment
- Large Pot for creating this masterpiece
- Wooden Spoon for stirring and preventing pasta from sticking together
- Chef’s Knife for chopping ingredients a breeze
- Cutting Board to protect your countertops and chop your veggies with ease
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta of your choice
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup mushrooms diced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil and grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add thinly sliced onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add 12 oz of your chosen pasta, 1 can of diced tomatoes (with juices), 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the pot.
- Pour in 2 cups of vegetable or chicken broth and give everything a good stir.
- Increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot with a lid, and let it cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook until the pasta reaches your preferred level of doneness.
- After the pasta has simmered, add the diced mushrooms to the pot and stir them in.
- Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve the One Pot Pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.