Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta, a comforting dish that takes just 20 minutes to prepare. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when unexpected guests arrive. With the rich combination of garlic and Parmesan cheese, this creamy pasta dish can be customized with your favorite veggies or proteins, making it versatile enough to satisfy any palate. The best part? It’s all made in one pot, minimizing cleanup while maximizing flavor. Whether you’re cooking for a family or enjoying a cozy night in, this meal is sure to impress.
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 your ingredients and tools.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter or olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add milk and water; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in pasta, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning; ensure pasta is submerged.
- Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 45mg