Potato and Cheese Pasta
A quick and comforting pasta dish with tender potatoes and melted cheese, finished with fresh parsley. Perfect for a busy weeknight.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 8 oz pasta and 1 large potato (peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes). Cook until pasta is al dente and potato is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
Step 2
Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and potato.
Step 3
In the same pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 4
Return the pasta and potato to the pot. Add 1 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss over low heat until the cheese melts and coats everything, about 2 minutes. Add more pasta water if needed.
Step 5
Season with salt and pepper, then stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- colander
- wooden spoon
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