One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta
A cozy and creamy garlic pasta dish made in one pot, perfect for busy nights and indulgent weekends.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by gathering everything and mincing the garlic.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Create the sauce by pouring in the milk and reserved pasta water, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted, then fold in the cooked pasta.
- Season with salt and pepper, and toss in fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider adding protein like grilled chicken, vegetables, or a vegan alternative with plant-based ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy garlic pasta, one pot meal, vegetarian, comfort food
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