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Garlic Parmesan Pasta

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta: Quick Comfort Food Delight

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a quick, vegetarian-friendly dinner that is rich, creamy, and satisfying, all ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Dry Spaghetti You can replace it with linguine or fettuccine if you prefer.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter For a healthier option, try using olive oil instead.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Be careful not to brown the garlic to avoid a bitter taste.
  • 2 oz Finely Shredded Parmesan For a dairy-free option, substitute with nutritional yeast.
  • 1 cup Reserved Pasta Water Don't forget to reserve a cup before draining your pasta.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt Feel free to adjust to your personal taste—always taste before serving!
  • to taste Black Pepper Feel free to adjust to your personal taste—always taste before serving!

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Begin by filling a large pot with water, adding a generous pinch of salt, and bringing it to a rapid boil over high heat.
  2. Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook it according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
  3. After draining the spaghetti, return it to the pot over medium-low heat. Add unsalted butter and allow it to melt slowly.
  4. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic to the pot, stirring it gently for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Return the drained spaghetti to the pot with the garlic butter. Pour in the reserved pasta water and toss everything together.
  6. Sprinkle the finely shredded Parmesan cheese into the pot, tossing continuously until it melts into the pasta.
  7. Taste your Garlic Parmesan Pasta and season generously with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavors. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. If freezing, place cooled pasta in an airtight container and enjoy within 1-2 months.

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