Description
One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta even the name feels like comfort. A silky, velvety cream sauce infused with gentle garlic warmth and melted Parmesan, wrapping every curve of pasta in pure cozy goodness.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta (~2 cups)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium pot, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Bring to a gentle boil and let simmer for 7–9 minutes until reduced and slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan until fully melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated.
- If needed, return to medium heat and simmer gently until sauce thickens.
- Season with black pepper and serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce. Keep heat moderate to prevent curdling. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or milk to restore creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
