Fear not, because here is a collection of some wonderful pasta recipes which cook in one pot. On the stovetop, in the oven, or the crockpot, these efficient meals use the liquid in the recipe to cook the pasta. Aside from the timesaving bonus, I feel that the pasta actually tastes better prepared this way. While it cooks, it absorbs flavors from the rest of the ingredients. The texture will also be a bit different - more al dente, literally "to the tooth", firmer and chewier, the way Italians prefer.
If you are a Low Carb devotee, you can still have pasta. Look for whole grain pastas that are now on the market. Barilla, my favorite brand, offers whole wheat pastas that are delicious, nutritious, and full of complex carbohydrates (the good carbs).
Pasta dishes like spaghetti, stews with orzo, crockpot soups, and stovetop lasagna are so soothing and comforting; ideal for a cold winter's night. The rich tomato sauces, tender meats, and savory and nutty cheeses blend with the perfect pasta consistency to produce a feast. Just add some crusty bread and a crisp salad, and you have a wonderful meal in minutes.
Some of these recipes even cook in the crockpot! When cooking pasta in the slow cooker, you have to watch it carefully. The pasta is usually added towards the end of the cooking time. Keep tasting it so the food is served when pasta is done just perfectly.
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