One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

Why Make This Recipe

One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is perfect for anyone who loves an easy, delicious meal. It combines simple ingredients with minimal cleanup, making it an ideal dish for weeknight dinners. The creamy garlic sauce brings comforting flavors that everyone will enjoy, and it can be ready in just about 20 minutes!

How to Make One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Pour in the milk and bring it to a simmer.
3. Add the pasta, stirring to combine, and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked to your liking, about 10-12 minutes.
4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

How to Serve One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta can be served as a main dish or as a side. You can pair it with a fresh salad or some garlic bread for a complete meal. If you want, sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes on top for added flavor.

How to Store One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

If you have leftovers, place the pasta in an airtight container and refrigerate. It can be stored for up to 3 days. To reheat, you can warm it in a pot on the stove, adding a splash of milk to help get the creamy texture back.

Tips to Make One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

• Make sure to stir the pasta occasionally while it cooks to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
• Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
• Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference.

Variation

You can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to make this dish even heartier. Just stir them in when you add the pasta.

FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of pasta?
Yes, you can use any type of pasta you like. Just adjust the cooking time based on the pasta you choose.

2. Is there a dairy-free version?
You can use non-dairy milk and dairy-free cheese alternatives to make it dairy-free.

3. Can I make this dish ahead of time?
While it’s best served fresh, you can make it ahead and reheat it. Just keep in mind it may thicken as it cools, so you might need to add some milk when reheating.

One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

A quick and delicious creamy garlic pasta made in one pot, perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Pasta and Sauce Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine) Use your favorite type of pasta.
• 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing the garlic.
• 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust according to taste preference.
• 2 cups milk Substitute with non-dairy milk for a dairy-free version.
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Freshly grated is recommended for the best flavor.
• Salt and pepper to taste Season according to taste.
• Chopped parsley for garnish (optional) Adds a fresh touch.

Method

 

Cooking

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Pour in the milk and bring it to a simmer.
4. Add the pasta, stirring to combine, and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked to your liking, about 10-12 minutes.
5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm on the stove and add a splash of milk to restore creamy texture. You can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for a heartier dish.