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One-Pan Creamy Garlic Pasta

A quick and comforting one-pan pasta dish featuring creamy garlic flavors, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz fettuccine Cook according to package instructions
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter For sautéing garlic
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Sauté until fragrant
  • 2 cups heavy cream Base for the creamy sauce
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Mix in until melted
  • Salt and pepper to taste To season the dish
  • Fresh parsley for garnish To add freshness and color

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pan, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  2. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and smooth.
  3. Toss in the cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Mix until every strand is coated in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended as it may alter the creamy texture.