Sometimes, you just want comfort food without the hassle, right? I was wiped out after a long day, craving something warm and cheesy. I thought about making a complicated pasta dish, but then I remembered a simple one-pan recipe that saves time and cleanup. I totally forgot to stir the pasta a couple of times, and it got a bit stuck, but honestly, it still turned out delicious!
This One-Pan Cheesy Tomato Basil Pasta is perfect for those evenings when you want to throw everything in one pot and let it work its magic. You can have dinner ready in about 30 minutes, and the best part? It’s creamy, cheesy, and full of fresh flavors.
Ingredients
8 ounces of pasta (any type you like)
1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes
2 cups of vegetable broth
1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make It
In a large pan, combine the pasta, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, garlic, and dried basil.
Bring to a boil over medium heat and then reduce to a simmer.
Cook for about 12-15 minutes until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted.
Serve
Ladle the pasta into bowls and garnish with fresh basil. Enjoy it straight from the pan!
