One Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta
A comforting and simple pasta dish featuring garlic, cream, and Parmesan, cooked all in one pot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or any choice)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, stirring gently to avoid burning.
- Add the pasta and pour in the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until the pasta is cooked to your desired tenderness.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season your pasta with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheating may require a splash of broth or cream to restore consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg