One Pot Garlic Butter Pasta
A creamy, garlicky pasta dish made in one pot that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or your choice)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the pasta, vegetable broth, and heavy cream. Stir until well combined.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta reaches al dente texture.
- Lower the heat, season with salt and pepper, and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or swap vegetable broth with chicken broth for added flavor.
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