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One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

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  • Author: grace
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy, rich pasta dish enveloped in a luscious garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or indulgent meals.


Ingredients

  • Pasta (fusilli, penne, or spaghetti)
  • Freshly minced garlic
  • Milk (whole milk or a mix of milk and cream)
  • Fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Olive oil
  • Fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
  2. Add pasta and enough water to submerge it; bring to a boil and cook until al dente.
  3. Stir in milk and Parmesan, cooking until the cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Garnish with parsley and serve hot, adding extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Make-ahead tips: Prepare in advance and reheat with a splash of milk. Customize with vegetables or protein as desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 62g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg