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That Viral Creamy Garlic Butter Ditalini Pasta

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Unlock the secret to That Viral Creamy Garlic Butter Ditalini Pasta! Silky smooth, packed with fragrant garlic and rich butter. Our recipe makes it easy, including detailed steps and nutritional data.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ditalini pasta
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 8–10 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook the ditalini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1 to 1.5 cups of the starchy pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown or burn the garlic.
  3. Step 3: Pour in the heavy cream and about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Step 4: Add the cooked ditalini pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce begins to thicken. Continue stirring, adding more reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time, until the sauce coats the pasta beautifully and reaches your desired creamy consistency.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; the sauce will thicken quite a bit upon cooling.
  • To reheat, gently warm the pasta on the stovetop over low heat, stirring in a splash of milk, cream, or even plain water to restore its luscious, creamy consistency.
  • This wonderfully rich and comforting pasta is perfectly balanced with a fresh, crisp green salad or some lightly steamed and seasoned asparagus on the side.
  • Your reserved pasta water is key to achieving that perfect creamy, emulsified sauce; add it slowly, a tablespoon at a time, until the pasta is beautifully coated and reaches your desired dreamy consistency.

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