One‑Pot Marry Me Pasta
- 17 min
- Serves 2
- 6 ingredients
5 minutes to prep, 12 to cook. A comforting one‑pot pasta that transforms a simple pot of stock into a silky, flavorful dish. The 100 g pasta to 350 ml liquid ratio makes it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that can be customized with any stock or sauce you love.
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Method
Heat a large pot over medium‑high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil, allowing it to shimmer but not smoke.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The oil shimmers without smoking. Add the pasta once the oil is hot but still clear.
Add the 100 g of pasta to the pot and toss for 30 seconds, coating each strand with oil to prevent sticking.
Pour in 350 ml of your chosen stock, stirring to combine with the pasta.
Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer; once simmering, reduce the heat to maintain a steady bubble.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The stock bubbles gently around the pasta. Lower the heat once simmering to keep a steady bubble.
Cook the pasta for 10–12 minutes, stirring every 2–3 minutes to ensure even cooking and to prevent the pasta from clumping.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The pasta is al dente and not clumped together. Stir at intervals to separate strands and cook evenly.
If the liquid evaporates before the pasta is al dente, add the reserved extra stock (100–200 ml) a little at a time, stirring after each addition until the desired consistency is reached.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sauce reaches the consistency you want as the pasta finishes. Add extra stock gradually so the pasta does not become soupy.
Taste the pasta and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to your preference.
Remove the pot from heat, let the pasta rest for 1 minute to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
Serve the pasta hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs such as parsley or basil, and a sprinkle of grated cheese if desired.
Tips while you cook
- Oil coating
- Toss the pasta with olive oil for 30 seconds before adding liquid.
- Stir regularly
- Stir the pasta every 2–3 minutes while it cooks.
- Add extra stock gradually
- If the liquid evaporates early, add the reserved extra stock a little at a time, stirring after each addition.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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