One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta 5Simple Comforting Dinner
One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is a rich and comforting dish where pasta cooks directly in a garlic-infused cream sauce for an easy and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 ounces fettuccine or linguine
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional
Pinch red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
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Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Pour in broth and heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Add uncooked pasta and stir frequently as it cooks.
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Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
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Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Add extra broth if sauce reduces too quickly. Use freshly grated Parmesan for smooth melting.