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Meghan Markle’s Secret to Effortless Dining: The One-Pot Pasta Recipe You Need

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Learn how to make delicious meghan markle one-pot pasta recipe. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Gathering the right ingredients is the first step to success. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 12 ounces of pasta (spaghetti or your favorite kind)
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 ounces) of crushed tomatoes
  • 2 1/2 cups of vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon of dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

If you don’t have vegetable broth, chicken broth works well too. For a vegan twist, skip the Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative. Mama Lou always taught us that a good cook is a flexible one, ready to adapt to whatever the kitchen offers.

Instructions

Let’s dive into the cooking process, where each step builds upon the last to create a dish that’s greater than the sum of its parts.

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried oregano, and basil to the pot. Stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add the pasta to the pot, ensuring it’s submerged in the liquid. Cover and let it cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. Once the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened, season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
  5. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the pasta.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. This final touch adds a burst of color and freshness that Mama Lou would approve of.

Cooking this dish reminds me of the countless times Ouma and I would hover over a pot, eagerly awaiting the moment we could taste our creation. It’s a simple joy that never fades.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International