Description
A simple and quick cheese pasta recipe perfect for busy weeknights, delivering delicious flavors in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the milk and garlic powder, stirring until combined.
- Gradually add the shredded cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the cheese sauce, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to use any cheese you prefer.
- Add vegetables or cooked protein for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made in under 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg