Description
This One Pan Pasta is a quick, delicious, and wholesome meal that requires minimal cleanup. Combining fresh vegetables, fragrant garlic, and a flavorful broth, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want a comforting pasta dish with vibrant flavors and a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 2 ounces baby spinach
- 1 small onion finely sliced
- 3 garlic cloves finely sliced
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
Oils & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cheese & Liquids
- 2 ounces parmesan cheese grated (optional)
- 4 cups water boiling
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and make sure vegetables are sliced and herbs are chopped for easy use during cooking.
- Combine in Pan: In a large deep pan, add the linguine, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, sliced onions, garlic, and basil. Drizzle the olive oil on top, then season with crushed red pepper and salt.
- Add Water and Cook: Pour boiling water into the pan, ensuring ingredients are submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat slightly and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally with tongs, until most of the liquid evaporates and the pasta absorbs the flavors, creating a sauce.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat. Stir in grated parmesan cheese and additional basil if desired. Serve immediately while warm, garnished with extra basil or cheese if preferred.
Notes
- Adaptation: This recipe is inspired by Martha Stewart.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container; they last 4-5 days refrigerated.
- Variations: Use gluten-free pasta for gluten-free version, skip cheese for vegan, or add a splash of milk for creaminess. Replace vegetables according to preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 ounces of pasta
- Calories: 367 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 551 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
