One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta
A cozy, one-pot dish featuring tender pasta coated in a velvety garlic-forward sauce made with simple ingredients like milk and Parmesan, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (any shape: spaghetti, fettuccine, penne) Any dried pasta works.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is key for bright flavor.
- 2 cups milk (whole or your preferred plant-based milk) Whole milk gives the creamiest result.
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated For a vegetarian-friendly alternative, choose a vegetarian hard cheese.
- Salt and pepper to taste Parmesan adds saltiness, so taste before adding more.
- 2 tbsp olive oil Use to sauté the garlic.
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) Adds brightness.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Once pasta is cooked, reduce heat, and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk. Freezing is possible but texture can change.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
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