One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta (Just 20 Minutes!)
One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is a delightful, quick meal that brings rich flavors and creamy goodness to your dinner table in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this easy recipe requires minimal cleanup since everything cooks in one pot. The combination of garlic and Parmesan creates a mouthwatering sauce that envelops the pasta beautifully. Customize it with your favorite proteins or vegetables to cater to everyone’s tastes. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or hosting friends, this dish is sure to impress without consuming your entire evening.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- 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 (whole preferred)
- 1 cup water
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Sauté minced garlic in butter or olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add pasta, milk, and water; stir well and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente and liquid mostly evaporates.
- Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot garnished with parsley or basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg