How to Whip Up a Delicious Garlic Parmesan Pasta in Just 7 Steps
This one-pot creamy garlic pasta is packed with flavor and is easy to make. Pair it with your favorite protein or vegetables for a complete meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti or any long pasta of your choice
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter divided
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 2 cups cream for a richer taste
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat
- 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Grate the Parmesan cheese and set aside. Mince the garlic and chop the basil.
- In a large pot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the vegetable broth and cream, then bring to a simmer. Stir in black pepper and red pepper flakes.
- Add spaghetti and simmer until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in remaining butter until melted.
- Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
To prevent the sauce from being grainy, let the dish cool slightly before adding cheese. Adjust seasonings according to taste. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.