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Kale, Tomato, and Lemon Magic One-Pot Spaghetti

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Spaghetti made in one pot with tomatoes kale and cheese.
Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Susan Ottaviano and Stevie Stewart

This pasta is a complete revelation. The sauce is magically made from the pasta water and tomatoes as the pasta cooks—all in one pan. No fuss—just a killer bowl of one-pot pasta. Pasta and gluten sometimes get bad press. I think there is a time and place for a good bowl of pasta. Saying that, I opt for interesting pastas as often as I do the traditional kind. Try corn, chickpea, or buckwheat spaghetti—they are gluten-free, and all have incredible individual flavors and make a welcome change if pasta is a staple in your house. The key to this recipe is to measure your water carefully and to use the right pan: you need a large, shallow sauté pan or casserole large enough to fit the pasta lying down. A large, deep frying pan or wok would work well too.

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