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Creamy Herb Pasta

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A quick and comforting pasta dish featuring a rich, silky sauce made with heavy cream, Parmesan, and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining if you might thin the sauce.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30–45 seconds, being careful not to brown it.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally so it doesn’t scorch.
  4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly while the sauce is warm.
  6. Mix in the chopped herbs and season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs or cheese if desired.

Notes

For a lighter sauce, replace half the heavy cream with reserved pasta water. Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.

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