Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Ditalini Pasta
Your new 20-minute comfort food obsession
Tender ditalini pasta bathed in a velvety, garlic-infused, Parmesan-laced sauce. Easy, soulful, and pure comfort in a bowl.
Ingredients
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp minced garlic (or 3–4 fresh cloves)
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1¼ cups ditalini pasta (or small shells, orzo, elbow macaroni)
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2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian version)
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¼ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
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2 tbsp butter (unsalted)
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¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Optional Add-ins: sautéed chicken, Italian sausage, tuna, fresh spinach, kale, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, lemon zest, herbs like basil or thyme
Instructions
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Sauté Pasta & Garlic:
Heat olive oil over medium-low heat in a large skillet. Add garlic and cook 30–60 sec until fragrant. Add dry pasta, stir, and toast lightly for 1–2 min. -
Simmer in Broth:
Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cover. Cook 8–10 min, stirring halfway, until pasta absorbs most broth and is tender. -
Create Creamy Sauce:
Uncover, add heavy cream, and simmer 2–3 min to thicken slightly. -
Butter & Cheese Finish:
Remove from heat. Stir in butter and Parmesan until smooth and glossy. -
Season & Serve:
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve immediately, topped with fresh parsley.
Notes
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Serve family-style in the skillet or in shallow bowls.
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Pair with garlic bread or a crisp arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette.
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Extra Parmesan on the side for sprinkling is always a good idea.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 Cal Per Serving
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 10g