Description
Creamy garlic pasta delivers a comforting Italian-inspired dish packed with rich, aromatic flavors. Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs complete this simple yet elegant meal that satisfies hunger and delights taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226 g) angel hair pasta
- 2 cups (480 mL) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 mL) milk
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 3 tbsps (45 g) butter, divided
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Create Liquid Base: Pour chicken broth and milk into the skillet, whisking thoroughly to combine and create a smooth, creamy foundation for the pasta.
- Cook Pasta: Submerge angel hair pasta into the liquid, breaking strands if necessary to ensure even cooking. Simmer uncovered for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and promote uniform cooking.
- Finish Sauce: Lower heat to minimum, add an extra pat of butter, and fold in Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes silky and fully integrated. Allow pasta to rest briefly, absorbing any remaining liquid and developing rich flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove skillet from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and plate immediately, offering a warm accompaniment like crusty garlic bread to complement the creamy pasta.
Notes
- Choose Fresh Garlic: Select plump, firm garlic cloves for maximum flavor intensity and aromatic experience.
- Watch Sautéing Time: Keep garlic moving constantly to prevent burning and maintain delicate, sweet flavor profile.
- Control Liquid Ratio: Maintain proper chicken broth and milk proportion to create creamy, perfectly textured sauce without wateriness.
- Pasta Submersion Technique: Break or twirl angel hair pasta carefully to ensure complete liquid coverage for uniform cooking and optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg