One Pan Italian Pasta
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this quick and easy One Pan Italian Pasta, a flavorful dinner solution that combines convenience with bold Mediterranean flavors. This recipe features tender spaghetti simmered directly in a rich vegetable broth, absorbing every bit of savory goodness. Sweet cherry tomatoes burst with juiciness, while fresh spinach adds a vibrant, nutritious touch. Garlic, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese deliver a luscious, creamy sauce with just the right kick of spice. Best of all, this pasta dish requires minimal cleanup, as it comes together in a single skillet in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy meal at home, this one-pan pasta is beautifully finished with fresh basil for a delightfully aromatic garnish. Ideal for pasta lovers craving a simple yet impressive Italian-inspired recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 cups spinach
- 8 ounces dried spaghetti
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, deep skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the pan. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to break down and release their juices.
Add the dried spaghetti to the skillet, making sure to lay it flat. Pour in the 4 cups of vegetable broth, ensuring the pasta is mostly submerged.
Season with 1 teaspoon salt, 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes. Stir gently to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pasta is cooked al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Add the spinach to the skillet and toss until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in 0.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the pasta before serving for a burst of fresh flavor.
Divide into bowls and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with extra Parmesan or a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1754 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 5023 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.1 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.4 g | ||
| Protein | 67.1 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 740 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 3440 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
