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Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta

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A delightful creamy garlic penne pasta recipe that combines simple ingredients for a restaurant-quality dish at home.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and stir, cooking for another minute.
  5. Gradually whisk in the whole milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps.
  6. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
  7. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, if using, until melted and smooth.
  8. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy garlic sauce.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste; consider adding lemon juice or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.

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