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Easy Garlic Parmesan Pasta

Creamy Easy Garlic Parmesan Pasta Ready in Just 20 Minutes

Easy Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a creamy, indulgent vegetarian dish that comes together in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Large Tube-Shaped Pasta like rigatoni, ziti, or penne
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Reduced-Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley or fresh if available
  • 1 cup Freshly Shredded Parmesan Cheese shred from the wedge for best texture

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain, and do not rinse.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in flour, stirring for 30 seconds to form a roux without browning.
  4. Gradually pour in chicken broth and milk, whisking until the mixture thickens and bubbles gently, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in parsley and Parmesan, mixing until melted. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Combine the pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as necessary for the desired consistency. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, shred Parmesan cheese from a wedge and taste the sauce before serving to adjust seasoning.

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