One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta
A simple stovetop dish that creates a rich, creamy sauce while cooking, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice of shape, like fettuccine or penne)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups milk (whole or low-fat)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat until it foams lightly.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant and golden.
- Add pasta and milk, stirring to combine; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is tender and the milk has reduced slightly.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Pair with a light salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg