One Pot Garlic Butter Pasta (Print version)
Creamy spaghetti with aromatic garlic butter, Parmesan, and fresh herbs comes together in one pot.
# What you'll need:
→ Pasta
01 - 14 oz spaghetti or linguine
02 - 4 cups vegetable broth or water
→ Garlic Butter Sauce
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 6 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - Zest and juice of ½ lemon
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
09 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# Method:
01 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
02 - Add uncooked pasta to the pot. Pour in vegetable broth or water, ensuring pasta is just covered. Season lightly with salt.
03 - Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and cook uncovered for 9-12 minutes until pasta is al dente and most liquid has been absorbed.
04 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in grated Parmesan, lemon zest and juice, and chopped parsley. Toss until sauce coats pasta and becomes creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
05 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- Everything happens in one pan so cleanup takes literally two minutes
- The sauce clings to every strand of pasta because it is created right there in the pot
- Ready in under 30 minutes but tastes like something you would order at a lovely Italian restaurant
02 -
- The sauce continues to thicken as it sits so if it looks too loose right at the end do not panic
- Keep the heat at medium not high when sautéing the garlic so it softens without taking on any bitter notes
03 -
- Break the spaghetti in half before adding it to the pot if you find long strands awkward to manage while cooking
- Grate your own Parmesan rather than using pre grated cheese for better melting and a fresher taste