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Irresistibly Easy Homemade Comfort Food Recipes for Everyone

Discover this creamy garlic pasta recipe that's quick, easy, and comforting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta of choice Fettuccine or spaghetti recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Kosher salt for boiling pasta
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, adds depth of flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for lighter version
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese Grated for best melt
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Unsalted, to enrich the sauce
  • to taste Black pepper Freshly cracked
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Vegetables Spinach or cherry tomatoes, sautéed
  • 1 cup Protein Grilled chicken or shrimp, optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add heavy cream to the skillet, stir to combine, and gradually whisk in grated Parmesan until melted.
  4. Season the sauce with black pepper and stir in chopped parsley for freshness.
  5. Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
  6. Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and taste for seasoning as you cook. Optional add-ins can enhance nutrition and flavor.

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