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One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

A simple and delicious one-pot meal combining pasta, creamy sauce, and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta (any type) Choose your favorite type of pasta.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust amount to taste.
  • 2 cups milk Can use non-dairy milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Can substitute with mozzarella or feta.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to garnish Fresh parsley Chopped for garnish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the pasta and milk, bringing the mixture to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Allow to thicken slightly, then serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Keep an eye on the pasta while it cooks to avoid overcooking. Stir often to prevent sticking. If the sauce gets too thick, add a little more milk to loosen it.