A one-pot pasta recipe with creamy garlic sauce, tender noodles, and rich Parmesan flavor. Quick, easy, and ready in under 30 minutes.
12 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
5–6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
3½ cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: chili flakes, spinach, mushrooms, cooked chicken or shrimp
Heat oil and butter in a large pan. Add garlic and sauté until golden.
Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes.
When pasta is al dente and liquid mostly absorbed, stir in cream and cook 2–3 more minutes.
Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan until melted. Season to taste.
Let rest briefly before serving. Add toppings or mix-ins if desired.