Pantry-Style One Pot Pasta with White Beans and Spinach

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A simple, creamy pasta dish made with pantry essentials and seasonal greens, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This italian-american-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs Olive oil, Onion, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian-American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add 1/2 diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until translucent.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice), 2 cups chicken broth, 8 oz spaghetti, 1 (15 oz) can drained and rinsed cannellini beans, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until spaghetti is al dente, stirring occasionally.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 2 cups packed spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pantry-Style One Pot Pasta with White Beans and Spinach take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pantry-Style One Pot Pasta with White Beans and Spinach?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pantry-Style One Pot Pasta with White Beans and Spinach?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pantry-Style One Pot Pasta with White Beans and Spinach for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pantry-Style One Pot Pasta with White Beans and Spinach?

Italian-American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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