One-Pan Butter Parmesan Pasta
A warm and easy meal featuring pasta coated in rich butter and sprinkled with smooth Parmesan cheese, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta of your choice (fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat and melt the butter until bubbly and fragrant.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the pasta and pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring the pasta is submerged.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cover the pan.
- Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese while the pasta is still warm, allowing it to melt and create a creamy sauce.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to customize with vegetables or proteins. Great served with a salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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