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Creamy One Pot Pasta with Marinara and Melty Cheeses Recipe

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This One Pot Pasta recipe is a quick and easy meal that combines tender penne pasta, flavorful marinara sauce, and savory cheeses all cooked together in a single pot. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers comfort and deliciousness with minimal cleanup.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (24.5 oz) jar marinara sauce
  • 24 oz chicken broth (or water)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 16 oz penne pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add Liquids and Seasoning: Pour in the marinara sauce and chicken broth (or water) into the pot. Stir in the Italian seasoning to evenly distribute the flavors.
  3. Add Pasta: Add the penne pasta to the pot, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid mixture for even cooking.
  4. Cook Pasta: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes or until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Add Cheese: Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Serve: Serve the pasta hot, garnishing with extra cheese or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Use chicken broth for richer flavor or water for a lighter option.
  • Stir frequently during simmering to prevent pasta from sticking to the bottom.
  • Feel free to add cooked vegetables or protein like chicken for a more hearty dish.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Keywords: one pot pasta, easy pasta recipe, quick dinner, Italian pasta, penne pasta recipe, marinara pasta, cheesy pasta

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