Ingredients
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- 8 ounces of pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or your preferred type)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the pasta, stirring to submerge it in the broth, and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Once cooked and most liquid absorbed, reduce heat to low.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
Stir pasta occasionally while cooking to prevent sticking. Use freshly grated Parmesan for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg