Description
A rich, comforting pasta dish featuring tender penne coated in a silky garlic-infused cream sauce, perfect for garlic lovers and cozy meals at home.
Ingredients
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Penne pasta – 12 oz (340 g)
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Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
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Unsalted butter – 2 tablespoons
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Fresh garlic cloves, finely minced – 8 cloves
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Heavy cream – 1½ cups (360 ml)
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Milk – ½ cup (120 ml)
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Grated Parmesan cheese – ¾ cup (75 g)
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Salt – 1 teaspoon
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Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
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Italian seasoning – 1 teaspoon
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Red chili flakes (optional) – ¼ teaspoon
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Fresh parsley, chopped – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
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Cook penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup (120 ml) pasta water and drain.
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Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour in heavy cream and milk, stirring gently as the sauce warms and thickens.
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Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and chili flakes if desired.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese gradually until the sauce becomes smooth.
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Add cooked pasta and toss to coat, using reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
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Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
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Keep heat moderate to prevent the garlic from browning.
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Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes