One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta (Just 20 Minutes!)
Indulge in the comforting goodness of One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta, a dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! This creamy pasta is infused with rich garlic flavors and is perfect for hectic weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its simple preparation and versatility, you can customize it by adding your favorite proteins or vegetables, making it a true crowd-pleaser. Plus, since everything cooks in one pot, cleanup is a breeze! Treat yourself to this deliciously satisfying meal that will quickly become a regular in your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- 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
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter or heat the olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the pasta, enough water to just cover it, and pour in the milk. Stir to combine.
- Increase heat to bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. If using cream cheese or sour cream, mix in now.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 230g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg