Creamy Garlic Butter Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 oz Fettuccine or Spaghetti
• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper
• 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic to the butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

4. 4

   Whisk in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.

5. 5

   Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.

6. 6

   Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

7. 7

   Toss the pasta into the sauce, adding reserved water if needed to reach desired consistency.

8. 8

   Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.