One-Pot Tomato Pasta
Pasta, tomatoes, and garlic simmer together in one pot, absorbing the sauce as they cook. Ready in 20 minutes with minimal cleanup.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 342
- Protein
- 11g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Add minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 3
Pour in crushed tomatoes and water, then add pasta and stir well.
Step 4
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender, 12–14 minutes.
Step 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot in bowls.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (5+ quart capacity)
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