Description
Garlic parmesan pasta weaves Italian comfort into a quick weeknight dinner dream. Creamy, cheesy strands deliver bold flavors that dance on palates, inviting you to savor each delectable twirl of comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) angel hair pasta
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
Fats and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon parsley (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (to garnish)
Instructions
- Grate Parmesan cheese and allow it to reach room temperature for smooth melting later.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it begins to sizzle, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and stir, releasing its aromatic essence into the butter for about 60 seconds.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet and incorporate optional seasonings like onion powder, oregano, thyme, parsley, and pepper.
- Gradually introduce milk while stirring continuously to prevent curdling, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Add angel hair pasta to the skillet, breaking it in half if needed, and allow it to soften in the liquid.
- Simmer pasta for 4-5 minutes, gently turning with kitchen tongs to prevent sticking, and reduce heat to maintain even cooking.
- Incorporate remaining butter, tossing pasta until each strand is evenly coated.
- Gradually sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese into the pasta, stirring to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Finish by garnishing with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately, preferably accompanied by garlic bread with cheese.
Notes
- Keep Parmesan at room temperature for smoother melting, enhancing the overall creamy texture of the dish.
- Use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for a more vibrant and intense flavor profile that elevates the entire recipe.
- Break pasta in half for easier cooking if your skillet is smaller, ensuring even heat distribution and perfect tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg