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One Pot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta: The Ultimate Weeknight Dinner

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Make this incredibly simple, creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta in one pot for fast cleanup. This recipe delivers rich, cheesy comfort food flavor perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound angel hair or spaghetti pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the pasta, chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, and butter into a large pot or Dutch oven.
  2. Set the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring often to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to simmer, stirring frequently, for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through and most of the liquid has been absorbed, creating a thick sauce.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the 1 1/2 cups of grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  5. Taste the pasta and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve immediately in bowls, topping each serving with extra grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

  • For an even richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-shredded.
  • If the sauce seems too thick after resting, stir in a splash of milk or extra broth to reach your preferred consistency.
  • This recipe works well with chicken broth, but you can substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.

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