One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta
If you’re craving a quick and comforting meal, look no further than this One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a delightful dish that combines rich garlic flavor with a creamy texture. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe allows you to enjoy a hearty dinner without the hassle of multiple pots and pans.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup water
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- Add butter or olive oil to the pot along with minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in milk and add enough water to just cover the pasta; stir well.
- Mix in salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley or basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg