Creamy Garlic Herb One-Pan Pasta

Italian Dried Short Pasta⏱ 30 min⚡ Vegetarian

This Creamy Garlic Herb One-Pan Pasta features tender pasta enveloped in a luscious, garlicky cream sauce. The combination of fresh herbs and grated cheese creates a rich flavor that's both comforting and indulgent, perfect for any occasion.

Nutrition · per serving

620kcal

20gProtein

80gCarbs

25gFat

5gFiber

4 servings

Ingredients

8 items

Pasta Ingredients

Dried short pasta (penne or fusilli)250 g

Sauce Ingredients

Garlic4 cloves

Onion1 medium

Milk500 ml

Grated Parmesan cheese75 g

Dried Italian herbs2 tsp

Nutmeg1/4 tsp (optional)

Garnish Ingredients

Fresh parsley or basila handful

Tips

•For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of chili flakes for a bit of heat.

Steps

1
Begin by finely chopping the onion and garlic. Add them to a large pan over medium heat with a splash of olive oil and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
1 medium Onion4 cloves Garlic
2
Stir in the dried short pasta, followed by the milk, dried Italian herbs, and nutmeg. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer.
250 g Dried short pasta (penne or fusilli)500 ml Milk2 tsp Dried Italian herbs1/4 tsp (optional) Nutmeg
3
Cover the pan and let it cook for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
4
Once the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
75 g Grated Parmesan cheese
5
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil if desired. Enjoy your creamy garlic herb pasta!
a handful Fresh parsley or basil

Origin & History

One-pan dishes are a staple in Italian home cooking, allowing for flavor to meld beautifully in a single vessel. This particular creamy pasta is inspired by the Italian love for garlic and herbs, typically used in various pastas across the country.

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Steps

Begin by finely chopping the onion and garlic. Add them to a large pan over medium heat with a splash of olive oil and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

1 medium Onion4 cloves Garlic

Stir in the dried short pasta, followed by the milk, dried Italian herbs, and nutmeg. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer.

250 g Dried short pasta (penne or fusilli)500 ml Milk2 tsp Dried Italian herbs1/4 tsp (optional) Nutmeg

Cover the pan and let it cook for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Once the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

75 g Grated Parmesan cheese

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil if desired. Enjoy your creamy garlic herb pasta!

a handful Fresh parsley or basil