Description
A simple and delicious Garlic Parmesan Pasta recipe that combines buttery garlic sauce with creamy Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy stovetop dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner for two.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or preferred type)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water for later use.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to brown it.
- Toss pasta in garlic butter: Add the cooked pasta directly to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Add Parmesan and pasta water: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese along with the reserved pasta water. Toss well to combine and create a creamy sauce, adding more pasta water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Season and garnish: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use pasta water to adjust sauce consistency without thinning flavor.
- Freshly grated Parmesan works best for flavor and melting.
- Do not overcook garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Customize with additional herbs or a pinch of crushed red pepper for heat.
