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Almost As Simple Pasta With Parmesan Herbs And Fresh Garlic Recipe

This family-favorite pasta dish is unbelievably quick, easy, and adaptable! Customize the herbs to perfectly complement your main course. Using pantry staples, you'll create a delicious meal the whole family will devour. Reheats beautifully after refrigeration (freezing untested). Get dinner on the table in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 352.3 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 4.9 (10 Reviews)
Almost As Simple Pasta With Parmesan Herbs And Fresh Garlic

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Ingredients for Almost As Simple Pasta With Parmesan Herbs And Fresh Garlic

  • Pasta
  • Butter
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Fresh Herbs
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Salt And Pepper

How to Make Almost As Simple Pasta With Parmesan Herbs And Fresh Garlic

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of your chosen herbs (see suggestions below). Sauté until garlic is softened but not browned (about 1-2 minutes).
  2. Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions.
  3. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  4. Add the hot pasta to the skillet with the garlic and herbs.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a creamy sauce.
  6. Serve immediately.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

22g

Carbs

19g

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