Angel Hair Alfredo Recipe

Ingredients for Angel Hair Alfredo

• Angel Hair Pasta
• Garlic Cloves
• Olive Oil
• All Purpose Flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Dried Basil
• 2 cups milk
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Cooked Ham

How to Make Angel Hair Alfredo

1. Cook 1 pound angel hair pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, sauté 2 cloves minced garlic in 2 tablespoons olive oil until lightly browned (about 1 minute).
3. Whisk in 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth. Season with 1 teaspoon garlic salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
5. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring continuously.
6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. If needed, add a little of the reserved pasta water to thin the sauce.
7. Reduce heat to low. Whisk in 4 ounces cream cheese and 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
8. Stir in 1/2 cup diced cooked ham (optional).
9. Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss gently to coat.
10. Serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).