Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Pantry Raid Garlic Tomato Pasta

A savory, garlicky one-pan wonder that's ready in under 20 minutes—perfect for when hunger strikes and the fridge is empty!
Serves: 2
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 12 minutes
Total time: 17 minutes

Ingredients (exactly 7 common pantry staples):

1. 200g spaghetti or any pasta (2 handfuls)
2. 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
3. 3 tbsp olive oil
4. 2 tsp garlic powder
5. 1 tsp onion powder
6. 1 tsp salt
7. ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and ½ tsp salt. Cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
2. In the same pot (or a skillet), heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, remaining salt, and black pepper for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add canned tomatoes (with juice). Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Add a splash of reserved pasta water for creaminess if needed.
4. Toss in the drained pasta. Stir for 1 minute to coat everything in the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
5. Serve hot—twirl onto forks and devour!

Pro tip: Top with a drizzle of extra oil or grated cheese if you have it (but not required). Bold flavors, zero waste!**