One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta (Just 20 Minutes!)
This quick and easy creamy garlic pasta is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner, coming together in just 20 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups milk (whole preferred, or use any you have)
- 1 cup water (or as needed to just cover the pasta)
- 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 (optional for extra creaminess)
- optional garnish: chopped parsley or basil
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the pasta in water until al dente, then drain.
- Add butter or olive oil to the pot and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Pour in milk and water, bring to a simmer, then add cooked pasta.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook until cheese melts and sauce thickens. Optional: add cream cheese or sour cream for extra creaminess.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil before serving.
Notes
This dish is best enjoyed immediately. Feel free to customize with your favorite herbs or add cooked chicken for extra protein.