Easy Creamy Garlic Pasta Recipe: Quick & Delicious Dinner!

Name: Easy Creamy Garlic Pasta Recipe: Quick & Delicious Dinner!
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 250 grams Pasta (e.g., Penne, Fettuccine) (Cooked al dente); 4 cloves Garlic (Minced); 1 cup Heavy Cream; 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated, plus more for garnish); 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 1 tablespoon Olive Oil; to taste Salt; to taste Black Pepper; 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (Chopped, for garnish); 1/2 cup Reserved Pasta Water

Learn how to make a deliciously easy creamy garlic pasta in under 20 minutes! This simple recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner and packed with amazing flavor. Watch for ASMR cooking sounds!

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Finished Creamy Garlic Pasta, served

Recipe Information

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

20m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

650

Calories

25g

Protein

60g

Carbs

35g

Fat

Pasta being tossed in the creamy sauce

Ingredients

Servings: 3

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Close-up of the rich garlic cream sauce

Instructions

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to package directions until it's al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to package directions until it's al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
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Cooking pasta al dente ensures a better texture and prevents it from becoming mushy when mixed with the sauce.
2
In a large skillet or pan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn it.
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In a large skillet or pan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn it.
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Garlic burns quickly and can turn bitter. Keep a close eye on it and adjust heat if necessary.

3
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the garlic. Bring it to a gentle simmer, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it's fully melted and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the garlic. Bring it to a gentle simmer, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it's fully melted and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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If the sauce becomes too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
4
Add the cooked and drained pasta directly into the skillet with the creamy garlic sauce. Toss gently using tongs or a spoon to ensure all the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
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Add the cooked and drained pasta directly into the skillet with the creamy garlic sauce. Toss gently using tongs or a spoon to ensure all the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
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Mixing the pasta in the sauce allows it to absorb more flavor. If needed, add a bit more pasta water for creaminess.
5
Transfer the creamy garlic pasta to serving plates. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if you like. Serve hot and enjoy immediately!
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Transfer the creamy garlic pasta to serving plates. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if you like. Serve hot and enjoy immediately!
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For best flavor, serve immediately. Fresh herbs not only add flavor but also a vibrant pop of color.