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Highlights

• Quick pasta recipe using everyday kitchen ingredients
• No fancy sauces – just homely flavors
• Perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or snack

Simple Way to Cook Pasta with Ingredients Available at Home

Pasta doesn’t always need store-bought sauces or complicated recipes. With a few ingredients that are already in your kitchen, you can make a comforting and tasty pasta in under 20 minutes. This recipe is beginner-friendly and can be adapted to whatever you have at home.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 cup pasta (any type – penne, fusilli, spaghetti)
• 1 tablespoon oil or butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped or 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
• 1 green chili or capsicum (optional), chopped
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper or red chili powder, to taste
• A pinch of mixed herbs or dried oregano (optional)
• Grated cheese (optional)

Step-by-Step Method

Boil the Pasta
Take a pot of water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil. Add pasta and cook until soft but firm (usually 8-10 minutes). Drain and keep aside.

Prepare the Base
Heat oil or butter in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden. Add tomatoes (or ketchup) and cook until soft.

Add Flavors
Mix in capsicum or green chili if you like spice. Add salt, pepper, and herbs. Stir well to combine.

Mix the Pasta
Add the boiled pasta to the pan and toss everything together so the pasta is coated in the onion-tomato mix.

Finish and Serve
If you have cheese, sprinkle it on top before serving. Serve hot with bread or enjoy on its own.

Tips to Make It Even Better

• If you have garlic, sauté it with the onions for extra flavor.
• Add leftover vegetables like carrots, beans, or corn for a healthier twist.
• Use a splash of milk to make it creamy if you don’t have cheese.

FAQs

Can I make this without tomato?
Yes, just use butter, garlic, and herbs for a simple butter pasta.

Which pasta works best for this recipe?
Any kind works – choose what you have at home.

How can I make it spicier?
Add more green chili or red chili flakes while cooking.

Is it okay to store and reheat?
Yes, store in the fridge for up to a day and reheat in a pan or microwave.

Can I use mayonnaise instead of cheese?
Yes, but add it after turning off the heat to prevent curdling.