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Creamy Herb Pasta

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A quick and comforting creamy herb pasta made with heavy cream and fresh herbs, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and salt it well. Bring to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 45 seconds.
  3. Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and gently simmer, stirring to mix.
  4. Reduce the heat, gradually add 1 cup grated Parmesan, stirring until the sauce is smooth. If it’s too thick, stir in a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen.
  5. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, adjusting to taste.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. If necessary, add more pasta water until reaching desired consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and fold in the chopped fresh herbs. Serve warm.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain sauce consistency.

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