Looking for a meal that’s both affordable and delicious? This One-Pot Cheesy Pasta with Veggies is the perfect solution! Made with simple, budget-friendly ingredients, it’s a hearty and satisfying dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Let’s get cooking!
One-Pot Cheesy Pasta with Veggies 🍝 | Budget-Friendly & Delicious!
Description
This one-pot cheesy pasta is packed with tender pasta, fresh vegetables, and a creamy cheese sauce. It’s a quick, easy, and budget-friendly meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or feeding a crowd. Plus, it’s customizable with whatever veggies you have on hand!
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
For Garnish (Optional):
Instructions
Sauté the Vegetables:
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In a large pot or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and zucchini, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Cook the Pasta:
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Add the pasta, vegetable broth, and milk to the pot. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Add the Cheese and Peas:
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Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, frozen peas, and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the peas are heated through.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve:
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Let the pasta sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra shredded cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Cholesterol 25mg9%
- Sodium 500mg21%
- Potassium 300mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 15g30%
- Vitamin A 4000 IU
- Vitamin C 20 mg
- Calcium 200 mg
- Iron 2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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