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Creamy Garlic Pasta


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious creamy garlic spaghetti dish that is quick and easy to make.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces spaghetti (or other preferred pasta)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat and prepare the pasta according to package directions. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain.
  2. Add the olive oil to a large skillet over low heat. When warm, add the garlic and salt. Stir and cook for 1 minute. Turn off the heat.
  3. Add the yogurt, Parmesan, and pasta cooking water and gently whisk to warm through and combine into a smooth sauce. Turn the heat off since the residual heat is enough to warm the yogurt and there’s a lower risk of the yogurt separating.
  4. Add the drained pasta, parsley, and lemon zest. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure to use full-fat Greek yogurt for creaminess.
  • Adjust the garlic amount according to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 470mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg