One-Pot Spaghetti

Ingredients

Scaled for your household (4 portions) · original serves 4

• Lemon1
• Olive oil2 tbsp
• Garlic cloves4
• Basil1 tsp + to taste
  Original recipe breakdown · used in multiple steps

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • thinly sliced fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
• Salt½ tsp
• Red Pepper Flakes (optional)½ tsp
• Tomatoes3 cup
• Spaghetti8 oz
• Boiling Water3¼ cup
• Baby spinach6 cup
• Parmesan¼ cup

Method

1. 1

   At this stage, zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Reserve the lemon for another use.

2. 2

   In a Dutch oven or deep skillet, heat the olive oil on medium heat.

3. 3

   Stir in the garlic, basil, salt,; then chili flakes. Cook 1 minute or until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in the tomatoes; then lemon zest, mix to mix together. stir in pasta and boiling water, mix with tongs to ensure the pasta is covered.

5. 5

   Put the lid on; then cook for about 4 minutes, giving it an occasional mix. Uncover and cook until the pasta is tender, about 6 to 8 minutes more.

6. 6

   Mix in the spinach leaves until wilted. take off the heat, stir in the Parmesan cheese; then mix to mix together. put the lid on and let rest 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Season with additional salt; then pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.