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Quick Creamy Garlic Butter Pasta with Parmesan

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A quick and easy creamy garlic butter pasta with Parmesan that’s perfect for a comforting dinner. Ready in about 20 minutes using simple pantry ingredients, this dish is creamy, buttery, and cheesy without feeling heavy.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of spaghetti or fettuccine and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes or according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and soft, but not browned.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half. Let it warm through for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Add the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the noodles in the creamy garlic butter sauce. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.
  5. Remove skillet from heat and stir in 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately while warm and creamy.

Notes

Cook garlic on low heat to avoid bitterness. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor. Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of cream or water to loosen sauce.

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Keywords: quick pasta, creamy garlic butter pasta, Parmesan pasta, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, garlic butter sauce

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