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One pot creamy garlic pasta served in a bowl with fresh parsley on top

One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

Creamy, garlicky, and satisfying, this One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is perfect for busy weeknights and will impress guests with minimal effort.
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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: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Cooking Liquid
  • 12 oz preferred pasta Spaghetti or fettuccine are great options.
  • 4 cups water Used for cooking the pasta.
  • 1 pinch salt To taste for cooking pasta.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 4 cloves minced garlic Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with coconut cream for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup grated cheese Parmesan works well; substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan.
  • to taste salt Adjust as needed.
  • to taste pepper Adjust to personal preference.
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, add your preferred pasta, water, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and let it cook over medium heat.
Cooking
  1. As the pasta cooks, it will absorb the water and become creamy.
  2. Add heavy cream and grated cheese, stirring until smooth.
  3. Season with salt, pepper, and a touch of parsley for freshness.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with more cheese if desired.

Notes

This dish is versatile; you can add vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or cherry tomatoes for added nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.