Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta, a quick and comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a creamy blend of garlic and Parmesan cheese, all made in one pot, meaning less cleanup for you! This versatile recipe allows you to customize with your favorite proteins or veggies, making it suitable for families or solo diners. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying meal after a long day or an easy dish to impress guests, this pasta will become your go-to solution.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups milk (whole preferred)
- 1 cup water
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Gather and measure out all ingredients.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add butter or olive oil. Once melted, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in pasta, milk, water, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; let simmer for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally. Add more water if needed.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. For extra creaminess, mix in cream cheese or sour cream if desired.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg