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Easy Creamy 15-Minute One Pot Pasta Recipe for Quick Dinner

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A quick and easy one pot pasta recipe that combines garlic, cream, and perfectly cooked pasta for a creamy, comforting meal ready in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340 g) pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • 4 cups (32 fl oz / 950 ml) chicken or vegetable broth, low sodium if possible
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz / 240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: mince garlic, finely chop onion, and grate Parmesan. Set aside (about 5 minutes).
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent without browning.
  3. Add dry pasta and chicken or vegetable broth to the skillet, ensuring pasta is mostly submerged. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Cook pasta uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low and stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Stir until sauce thickens and coats pasta, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water or broth to loosen.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use room temperature cream and cheese to prevent sauce from seizing. Stir frequently near the end of cooking to prevent pasta from sticking. If sauce separates or looks grainy, whisk quickly or add more cream. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of milk or broth. For dairy-free, use coconut or cashew cream and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan. Gluten-free pasta options work well.

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