Description
A quick and easy creamy garlic pasta dish that transforms busy weeknights into delightful culinary experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any type you prefer)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups milk (whole or low-fat)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the pasta and milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions, stirring frequently until it reaches the perfect al dente texture.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Remove from heat and serve, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a vegan twist, substitute with whole wheat pasta, dairy-free milk, or nutritional yeast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy garlic, quick meals, budget-friendly