Gather all the necessary ingredients and utensils. Prepare your workspace.

Place your pot over medium heat and drizzle in the olive oil. Allow it to warm up for about a minute.

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Toss the pasta into the pot and stir to coat with the olive oil and garlic.

Pour in enough milk to cover the pasta, starting with about 2 cups.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Increase heat to medium-high until the mixture simmers, then reduce to medium-low and cook, stirring frequently for about 10-15 minutes.

Check the pasta for doneness, it should be al dente. Adjust cooking time if necessary.

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until it melts and creates a creamy sauce.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.