Description
A comforting bowl of creamy garlic pasta, perfect for busy weeknights, combining the richness of milk and Parmesan cheese with aromatic sautéed garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any kind you prefer)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups milk (whole or low-fat)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic, sautéing until it becomes fragrant—about a minute.
- Toss in the pasta and pour in the milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook according to the pasta package instructions, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the pasta is tender, stir in the Parmesan cheese until everything is nice and creamy.
- Season it with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
Notes
Feel free to use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta. To elevate the dish, consider adding a splash of white wine or sneaking in vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy, garlic, comfort food, quick meal