20 Minute One Pot Tomato Basil Pasta

This amazing 20 Minute One Pot Pasta recipe is meatless and full of flavor! Great for a a quick weeknight dinner with a side salad and/or bread!

Quick meals are my friend. Whether you are making dinner after a night full of extra curricular activities or maybe you don’t want to spend a lot of time over the stove because you have other things to do, this tomato basil pasta recipe is great with salad or your favorite crusty bread.

What ingredients do you need for this 20 Minute One Pot Pasta recipe?

• 12 ounces linguine pasta
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes with liquid ( I used zesty red pepper flavor style)
• 1 medium sweet onion, cut in 1/4 inch julienne strips (use an onion such as Vidalia or Walla Walla)
• 4 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
• 4 1/2 cups vegetable broth (use regular broth and NOT low sodium)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 bunch (about 10 to 12 leaves) basil, diced
• Parmesan cheese for garnish

Where can you serve this delicious recipe?

This 20 Minute One Pot Pasta can be served as a main course for dinner, or as a side dish with some grilled chicken or fish.

It’s easy enough to make that you could serve it up on Meatless Monday night and the whole family will love it! You could also bring this dish to a potluck gathering – just double the recipe and you’ll have enough for everyone to enjoy!

What are the steps for making this One Pot Pasta?

Place pasta, tomatoes, onion, and garlic in a large stock pot. Pour in vegetable broth. Sprinkle on top the pepper flakes and oregano. Drizzle top with oil.

Cover pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a low simmer and keep covered and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes or so. Cook until almost all liquid has evaporated – I left about an inch of liquid in the bottom of the pot – but you can reduce as desired.

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add basil leaves and stir pasta several times to distribute the liquid in the bottom of the pot evenly throughout the pasta as you are serving. Serve garnished with Parmesan cheese.

What are some helpful tips for making this easy weeknight recipe?

– Be sure to use the correct amount of vegetable broth. Too much will make your pasta watery and too little will make it dry and crunchy.

– Be sure to stir every few minutes while cooking, as this helps to distribute the liquid in the bottom of the pot evenly throughout the pasta.

– Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper after cooking.

– Use fresh basil for a great flavor – it really boosts the flavor of this dish!

– Finally, serve your 20 Minute One Pot Pasta with some crusty bread and/or a simple side salad for a complete meal.

Can you make this tomato basil pasta ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this recipe up to a day ahead of time. Simply prepare everything but the basil and Parmesan cheese. When ready to serve, cover and reheat on medium heat for about 10 minutes stirring often until heated through. Then stir in the basil leaves, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.

What are some fun variations for this one pot pasta?

This tomato basil pasta is just one of many possible versions. Get creative and try adding vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach.

You can also swap out the vegetable broth for chicken broth, add some cooked sausage or beef, or use a different type of pasta such as penne or farfalle. So many possibilities!

Enjoy!

If you are looking for more amazing delicious pasta recipes be sure to check out this comprehensive list –> The Best Pasta Recipes For Weeknight Dinners!

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