Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- 3. Create the Sauce: Gradually stir in chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer. Slowly add parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
- 4. Combine: Toss cooked pasta in the skillet with the sauce until well-coated.
- 5. Serve: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg