One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta
A simple and delicious one-pot pasta dish with garlic and creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for quick dinners and minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups milk (whole or low-fat)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnishing)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add pasta and milk, stirring to coat the pasta.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to keep the pasta submerged.
- Cook for about 15 minutes until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or water.