10-Minute Comfort Food: Grandma's Quick Tomato Pasta

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For the Pasta:

  • 8 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or spaghetti)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)

  • 1 cup frozen mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn)

  • ½ tsp dried oregano

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Cheesy Finish (Optional):

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan

  • Handful fresh basil, torn

(Pro Tip: Add canned white beans or chickpeas for extra protein!)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

  1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente (8-9 mins). Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

2. Sauté the Sauce

  1. In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium.

  2. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. Add tomatoes, frozen veggies, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt & pepper. Simmer 3-4 mins.

3. Combine & Serve!

  1. Toss pasta with the sauce, adding pasta water as needed to loosen.

  2. Stir in Parmesan and basil.

Serving Suggestions & Twists

🍗 Protein boost: Add rotisserie chicken or cooked sausage.
🧀 Creamy version: Stir in 2 tbsp cream cheese.
🌿 Herb swap: Use thyme or rosemary instead of oregano.
🍞 Side idea: Garlic bread or a simple green salad.


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