Description
Indulge in the comfort of One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta, a quick and satisfying dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. This recipe features tender pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made with garlic and Parmesan cheese, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the hassle. Easily customizable, this dish allows you to add your favorite proteins or vegetables to suit any palate, making it a versatile option for everyone at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups milk (whole preferred)
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: cream cheese or sour cream for extra creaminess
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep skillet, melt butter or heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add dry pasta, milk, and enough water to just cover the pasta; stir and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer, cooking uncovered for 8–10 minutes until al dente and most liquid reduces into a creamy sauce.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until melted and thickened. For extra creaminess, mix in cream cheese or sour cream.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg