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One-Pot Pasta with Meat Sauce

Indulge in One-Pot Pasta with Meat Sauce in 30 Minutes

This One-Pot Pasta with Meat Sauce is a quick and satisfying dinner recipe, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Meat Substitute with ground turkey, chicken, sausage, or plant-based alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any oil with a high smoke point can be used.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots or leeks can be used as substitutes.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is preferred.
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Canned diced tomatoes or fresh can work.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Substitute with vegetable broth or water if needed.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Dried oregano and basil can be used as alternatives.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta (e.g., penne, rigatoni, rotini) Short, sturdy pasta or gluten-free options.
For Serving
  • to taste Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
  • to taste Fresh Basil or Parsley Optional but recommended for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground meat and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for another 3 minutes.
  2. Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth, stirring everything together. Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add pasta directly into the pot and combine well.
  3. Bring to a rolling boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the sauce.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If desired, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For leftover storage, refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently.

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