🍝 My Mother Relies on This Easy Weekend Supper — Just 4 Ingredients and Incredible Flavor! ❤️

Some of the best family dinners are the simplest ones. Every weekend, my mother turns a handful of everyday ingredients into a warm, comforting pasta dish that tastes as though it has been cooking all day. 😍

The secret? The pasta cooks right in the savory broth, soaking up all that delicious flavor instead of being boiled separately in plain water!

There’s less cleanup, very little preparation, and plenty of cheesy goodness in every bite. Once you try this easy one-pot supper, it might become a regular on your weekend menu, too. 🏡✨

🛒 Just 4 Ingredients

• 🍝 12 oz (340 g) uncooked pasta — penne, rotini, or shells
• 🍲 4 cups chicken broth — preferably low-sodium
• 🥫 1 can (10.5 oz / 298 g) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 🧀 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Optional seasonings such as black pepper or garlic powder can be added, but the four ingredients above are all you need for the basic recipe.

👩‍🍳 How to Make This Easy One-Pot Pasta

Step 1: Combine the Ingredients 🍲

Add the uncooked pasta, chicken broth, and condensed cream of mushroom soup to a large pot or deep skillet. Stir thoroughly to distribute the soup throughout the broth.

Step 2: Let the Pasta Cook Slowly 🔥

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until the pasta is tender.

This usually takes around 12–18 minutes, depending on the pasta shape. Stir often and scrape the bottom of the pot to prevent sticking.

If the liquid evaporates before the pasta is cooked, add a little hot water or broth as needed.

Step 3: Add the Cheesy Goodness 🧀

Once the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has thickened into a creamy sauce, reduce the heat to low.

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts into the pasta, creating a rich, smooth, savory coating.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy! 😋

Let the pasta rest for 2–3 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken. Spoon it into bowls and serve while warm and creamy.

🤤 Why This Recipe Tastes So Good

The magic comes from cooking the pasta directly in the broth.

• 🍲 Richer flavor: The pasta absorbs savory broth as it cooks.
• 🧀 Creamy texture: The condensed soup and melted cheese create a comforting sauce.
• ⏱️ Less work: There’s no need to boil pasta in a separate pot.
• 🧽 Easier cleanup: Everything comes together in one pot.

💡 Mom’s Best Cooking Tips

Stir frequently. Pasta releases starch as it cooks, helping the sauce thicken, but it can stick to the bottom if left unattended.

Choose your broth wisely. Low-sodium broth helps you control the saltiness, especially because condensed soup and cheddar cheese already contain sodium.

Want more flavor? If you don’t mind using extra ingredients, try adding sautéed mushrooms, minced garlic, cooked chicken, or a sprinkle of Italian herbs.

❤️ The Perfect Cozy Weekend Supper

This easy pasta is ideal for busy evenings when you want something warm, filling, and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen.

Serve it with a crisp green salad, steamed vegetables, or a slice of garlic bread for a complete family meal.

Sometimes, the most memorable dinners aren’t the fanciest ones. They’re the simple recipes passed around the family table, made with love, and requested again and again. 🏡💛

Save this four-ingredient recipe for your next cozy weekend dinner! 🍝✨