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A skillet of creamy garlic pasta garnished with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese
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One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 465kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic , finely minced
  • 2 cups low -sodium chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 8 ounces dry linguine or spaghetti
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Place a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil.
  • Once the butter is melted and foaming, add the minced garlic and sauté for 60-90 seconds until fragrant and pale gold, ensuring it does not burn.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and milk, then season with salt and black pepper.
  • Add the dry pasta to the skillet, gently pressing it down to ensure it is submerged in the liquid.
  • Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a steady simmer.
  • Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently with tongs to prevent the pasta from sticking and to help the starch emulsify the sauce.
  • Once the pasta is al dente and the liquid has reduced to a creamy consistency that coats the noodles, remove from heat.
  • Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until completely melted and the sauce is glossy.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while the emulsion is at its peak stability.