Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta (One Pot Recipe)

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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta (One Pot Recipe)

Creamy garlic Parmesan pasta is a quick 20 minute meal. With it's super creamy consistency it features gourmet garlic-infused flavor, but comes together quickly and easily in a single pot on the stovetop. It's a simple pasta dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Dinner, Entree, Lunch, Main Course, Pasta, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Italian

Servings:

Calories: 514kcal

Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Ingredients

2 tsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp butter
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
3 cups chicken stock
½ lb linguini pasta
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ cup half & half
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or 2 tsp dried
1 tsp chopped fresh basil for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and stir, allowing it to cook for 1-2 minutes, just until fragrant but not bitter or burnt.
2 tsp olive oil, 4 cloves garlic
Add the butter, stirring just until melted. Add the salt, pepper and chicken stock. Raise the heat to high and let the mixture come to a boil.
2 tbsp butter, ¼ tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, 3 cups chicken stock
Once it’s boiling add the pasta, stir well, and cook per the package instructions for 'al dente'.
½ lb linguini pasta
Reduce the heat back to medium low, add the cheese, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Remove the pot from heat, add the half and half and parsley, and stir until evenly incorporated into a thick and creamy sauce.
¾ cup half & half, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Serve warm with fresh basil for garnish (if desired), and enjoy!
1 tsp chopped fresh basil

Notes

Use grated Parmesan cheese, not shredded. Fresh will melt most easily, but the pre-grated kind works too. Make sure it's real cheese, and use a quality brand.
To bring everything together with a smooth and creamy finish, you need to use half & half in this recipe. Don't substitute milk or heavy cream, as the first will be too thin and the later way too thick.
Want to make this a meal with protein? Add some leftover chopped rotisserie chicken!
Feeding a larger crowd? This recipe can easily be doubled to accommodate, or to have leftovers for hot lunches.

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