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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ¼   tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • ½ lb spaghetti or angel hair pasta
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¾ cup half & half
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or 2 tsp dried
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh basil optional

Instructions

  • In a pot, bring the olive oil to medium-low heat. Add the garlic and stir, allowing it to cook for 1-2 minutes. Mix in the butter until melted. Add the salt, pepper and chicken stock. Raise the heat to high and let it come to a boil.
  • Once it’s boiling, add the pasta and cook for as long as the box’s directions indicate. Reduce to medium heat and mix in the Parmesan until completely melted. Turn off the heat and stir in the cream and parsley. Serve immediately.