One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta (Just 20 Minutes!)
If you’re in search of a quick and satisfying meal, this One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is your answer! Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. With minimal cleanup required—thanks to being a one-pot dish—you can spend more time enjoying your meal. This creamy pasta features rich flavors from garlic and Parmesan, making it a family favorite. Plus, it’s easily customizable; add your choice of protein or vegetables to create your own twist. Once you try it, you’ll want to make it a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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
- 1 cup water
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese or sour cream (optional)
- Chopped parsley or basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot with enough water to just cover it. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Stir in the butter or olive oil and minced garlic once the pasta is nearly cooked.
- Add milk and additional water as needed, stirring until combined.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until melted.
- For extra creaminess, stir in cream cheese or sour cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg