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One-Pot Pasta

20-Minute One-Pot Pasta Magic for Busy Nights


  • Author: Emma Fleming
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and quick one-pot pasta dish that saves time and cleanup.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in water, tomato sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  4. Add pasta and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
  6. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use any pasta shape you prefer.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: one-pot pasta, easy pasta, quick meal