Description

This Creamy Garlic Pasta is a delightful blend of flavors, featuring spaghetti coated in a rich garlic butter sauce. It’s perfect for a quick dinner, made with simple ingredients like parmesan cheese and heavy cream, making it a comforting and delicious choice for any meal.

Ingredients

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8 ounces spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup butter (unsalted)
1 medium onion (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
salt and pepper (to taste)
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
½ cup white wine (such as sauvignon blanc)
1½ cups heavy cream
1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain.
In a large skillet, add the olive oil and butter and melt over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until aromatic.
Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Stir in white wine and let simmer for about 3 minutes.
Add the heavy cream and bring to a boil.
Stir in the reserved ½ cup of pasta water and let simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove the skillet from heat.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until well mixed.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss well to combine.
Garnish with additional parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.

Notes

For a lighter option, reduce the amount of butter and cream used.
This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 640
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 48g
Saturated Fat: 27g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 113mg