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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making New Cheap Recipes | New York NY, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

New Cheap Recipes | New York NY — Step-by-Step Visual Guide (Page 3)
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Visual Cues & Timing Secrets

Start by sautéing onion and garlic in olive oil until soft and fragrant—this is where the flavor begins. Then pour in the tomatoes, broth, and seasonings, and bring it all to a bubbling boil. Break the spaghetti in half so it fits comfortably and cooks evenly.

Let everything simmer together, stirring now and then, until the pasta is tender and the liquid has reduced into a silky sauce. Finish with a generous handful of Parmesan, which melts into the mix and creates that creamy texture. It’s simple, visual, and nearly impossible to mess up.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

New Cheap Recipes | New York NY
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New Cheap Recipes | New York NY

This budget-friendly one-pot pasta is creamy, garlicky, and loaded with cozy flavor—perfect for busy weeknights when you want a hearty dinner without the fuss.

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Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time35 mins
Servings4 servings
CourseMain Course
Calories480 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, broth, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil.
  3. Add the spaghetti, breaking it in half if needed to fit. Stir well, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed, about 12-15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of ricotta at the end. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days—reheat with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.

Pinterest Kitchen Tip: Save this recipe to your @recipestokitchen board so you can pull up the ingredient checklist at the grocery store!

Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 480 kcalProtein: 22gCarbs: 52gFat: 20gFiber: 6g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.