Description
A simple and comforting One-Pan Butter Parmesan Pasta combining creamy Parmesan sauce with garlic-infused butter and a hint of red pepper flakes, cooked in a single skillet for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces of spaghetti or your pasta of choice
- 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnishing
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Begin by gathering all your ingredients to ensure you have everything you need for a smooth cooking process.
- Melt Butter: In a large skillet or pan over medium heat, add the unsalted butter and let it melt completely.
- Sauté Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes: Add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes to the melted butter. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Add Broth and Boil: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Add Pasta: Add the spaghetti or pasta of choice to the boiling broth. Stir well to ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
- Cook Pasta: Cook the pasta for about 8-10 minutes according to package instructions, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. The broth will reduce during this time, resulting in a rich sauce.
- Add Heavy Cream: When the pasta is al dente, reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for another minute to warm through.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Gradually stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts completely and creates a creamy sauce.
- Season: Season the pasta with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the dish warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use any pasta shape you prefer; cooking time may vary slightly.
- Red pepper flakes are optional and can be adjusted for heat preference.
- Stir frequently to prevent the pasta from sticking to the pan during cooking.
- The sauce thickens as it cools; serve immediately for best texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
