Description
This One Pan Garlic and Herb Pasta is a creamy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. With simple ingredients and a straightforward cooking method, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
Spaghetti:
- 12 ounces
Broth:
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken
Olive Oil:
- 1 tablespoon
Garlic:
- 4 cloves, minced
Dried Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon thyme
Salt and Pepper:
- ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Parmesan Cheese:
- 1 cup grated
Butter:
- 2 tablespoons
Parsley:
- ¼ cup chopped fresh (optional)
Lemon Wedges:
- for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large deep skillet or sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Add the dried herbs, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
- Add Broth and Pasta: Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Add the uncooked pasta, making sure it’s mostly submerged. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook for 10–12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in the butter and grated Parmesan until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- For a richer dish, add a splash of heavy cream with the cheese.
- You can also toss in sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or grilled chicken for variation.
- Best served immediately for the creamiest texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
