Saucy Pasta All in One Pot

Get ready for a weeknight dinner game-changer with this Saucy Pasta All in One Pot! This simple yet flavor-packed recipe combines tender spaghetti, rich tomato sauce, fragrant herbs, and a touch of Parmesan cheese—all cooked together in just one pot for minimal cleanup. With the onions, garlic, and a hint of crushed red pepper adding depth, and fresh basil brightening every bite, this dish is anything but ordinary. Perfect for busy nights, it’s ready in just 35 minutes and customizable with your favorite pasta. Serve it piping hot with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of basil for a comforting, family-friendly meal that’s as easy as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 ounces spaghetti or your favorite pasta
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 cup water (optional, for adjusting sauce consistency)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice) and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Stir in the dried basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the pasta to the pot, breaking it in half if needed to fit. Ensure it is submerged in the liquid.

Step 8

Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking, until the pasta is cooked to al dente and the sauce thickens.

Step 9

If the sauce becomes too thick, add up to 1 cup of water gradually and stir to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 10

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 12

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the fresh basil leaves over the pasta.

Step 13

Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2184.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1278.8

Total Fat 58.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 48.2mg	0%
Sodium 7044.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 48.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 705.7mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1677.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 44.5%