One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

Ingredients

• 12 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup spinach leaves
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Gather all your ingredients and chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add the fettuccine (or pasta of your choice) and the salt. Stir gently to ensure the pasta is submerged.
4. Allow the pasta to cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. When the pasta is almost al dente, stir in the broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine, cooking for another minute until heated through.
7. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
8. Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning with black pepper, red pepper flakes, or additional salt if needed.
9. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnishing with fresh basil or parsley.