Description
One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta (Just 20 Minutes!) is the ultimate solution for those seeking a quick and satisfying meal without the hassle of multiple pots and pans. This delicious dish combines al dente pasta with a rich, creamy garlic sauce that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, romantic dinners, or meal prep, this recipe makes it easy to impress your family and friends. In just 20 minutes, you can create a comforting bowl of pasta that’s not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups milk
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese or sour cream (for extra creaminess)
- Garnish: Chopped parsley or basil
Instructions
- Sauté minced garlic in melted butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add pasta, milk, and enough water to just cover the pasta. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer and cook uncovered for 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently until pasta is al dente and sauce thickens.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasonings until well combined. For added creaminess, mix in cream cheese or sour cream.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or basil.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg