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One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

A quick and easy one-pot creamy garlic pasta that is comforting and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine works beautifully) Long shapes like fettuccine absorb sauce nicely, but shorter shapes work if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing garlic.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced For flavoring.
  • 2 cups milk Whole milk gives the creamiest result; any variety will work.
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Freshly grated is best for a smooth melt.
  • Salt and pepper to taste For seasoning.
  • Chopped parsley for garnish Adds freshness to the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Warm a large pot over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so it does not brown.
Cooking
  1. Add the pasta to the pot, pour in 2 cups of milk, and stir to coat the noodles. Bring to a gentle boil.
  2. Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer. Stir frequently so the pasta cooks evenly and does not stick. Simmer until pasta is al dente and the milk has reduced to a creamy sauce, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan until melted and smooth.
  4. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Serving
  1. Plate and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days. Gently reheat on the stovetop with extra milk to restore creaminess.

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