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One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

This one pot creamy garlic pasta is a quick and budget-friendly dish that's perfect for busy weeknights, enveloping pasta in a rich and savory garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Pasta (any shape you prefer)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Sauté carefully to avoid bitterness.
  • 2 cups Milk (whole or low-fat) Adjust based on desired creaminess.
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated for easy melting) Can be substituted with other cheeses.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat a generous splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
  3. Toss in your pasta, milk, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until the pasta is cooked and sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Adjust seasonings to taste and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of milk if needed.

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