Easy One-Pot Caprese Pasta
A simple and delicious one-pot pasta dish that combines the classic flavors of Caprese - tomatoes, fresh basil, and cheese. Made with whole wheat rigatoni and finished with a balsamic drizzle.
6 servings
37 min
Ingredients
- •12 ounces whole wheat rigatoni (I like Barilla)
- •28 ounces crushed tomatoes with basil
- •2 containers grape tomatoes, halved
- •½ small small onion, diced
- •12 leaves fresh basil leaves
- •1 tablespoon minced garlic
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •¼ teaspoon black pepper
- •¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- •6 leaves fresh basil leaves, chopped, for garnish
- •6 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
- •for garnish
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
In a large pot, combine 3 cups of water, the pasta, crushed tomatoes, cheese pieces, grape tomatoes, onion, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
5 min
- 2.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered until the pasta has softened, 25 to 30 minutes. Much of the water will boil out.
30 min
- 3.
Serve drizzled with balsamic vinegar. If desired, garnish with chopped basil and Parmesan.
2 min