One-Pot Pasta With Tomato-Basil Sauce Recipe

Name: One-Pot Pasta With Tomato-Basil Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces casarecce or fusilli pasta; 1 (28-oz.) can diced tomatoes; 2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 medium-size yellow onion, sliced; 4 garlic cloves, sliced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/3 cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper (optional); 1 (6-oz.) package baby spinach; Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

12 ounces casarecce or fusilli pasta
1 (28-oz.) can diced tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 medium-size yellow onion, sliced
4 garlic cloves, sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/3 cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper (optional)
1 (6-oz.) package baby spinach
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Place first 9 ingredients and, if desired, dried crushed red pepper in a Dutch oven in order of ingredient list. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat (about 12 to 15 minutes). Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, covered, 10 to 12 minutes or until pasta is slightly al dente, stirring at 5-minute intervals.
2
Remove from heat, and stir in spinach. Cover and let stand 10 minutes. Stir just before serving. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
3
Note: We tested with Garofalo Casarecce pasta.
4
Shrimp Pasta Pot: Prepare recipe as directed, stirring in 1 lb. peeled large, raw shrimp, deveined, with spinach in Step
5
Add shrimp, chicken, tofu, or broccoli florets or kale for some more protein and variation on this delightfully easy dish.

719

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces casarecce or fusilli pasta, 1 (28-oz.) can diced tomatoes, 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 medium-size yellow onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, One-Pot Pasta With Tomato-Basil Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

One-Pot Pasta With Tomato-Basil Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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