Description
A quick, one-pot creamy Italian-American pasta dish with garlic, parmesan, and butter. Simple to make but rich in flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
8 oz pasta, short shapes like penne, fusilli, or rigatoni
2 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk or cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add 2 tbsp butter until melted
Add 4 cloves minced garlic and sauté gently for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant
Stir continuously to ensure garlic does not brown or burn
Pour in 2 cups chicken broth and 1 cup milk or cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer
Add 8 oz uncooked pasta directly into the pot
Cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente (8-10 minutes)
Stir in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper
Toss to coat evenly until the sauce thickens
Remove from heat and serve, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil
Notes
Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
Substitute vegan butter or olive oil for a dairy-free alternative
Nutritional yeast can replace Parmesan for a vegan adaptation
Garlic must be stirred constantly to avoid burning
Freshly ground pepper enhances flavor depth
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Pasta Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg