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A delectable dish of creamy pasta garnished with fresh herbs and spices

Creamy Garlic Pasta

A delightful and comforting creamy garlic pasta that brings warmth and satisfaction to your meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pasta
  • 12 oz fettuccine or any pasta of choice like penne or farfalle
For the sauce
  • 3 tbsp butter can substitute with olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream can substitute with cream cheese or yogurt
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated for best flavor
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper to taste
Flavor Boosters
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or fresh herbs for extra flavor
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional for a spicy kick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Cooking
  1. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Allow it to simmer gently, avoiding a vigorous boil.
  2. Add the grated parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  3. Mix in the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water gradually to achieve the desired sauce consistency.
  4. Season with salt, black pepper, thyme, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to combine.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Taste the sauce before serving and adjust seasoning as needed. Enjoy the meal with a side salad or bread for a complete experience.