Garlic Pasta Oamc
Elevate your pasta game with this creamy and indulgent Garlic Pasta OAMC (Once A Month Cooking). Perfectly al dente spaghetti is enveloped in a luxurious garlic cream sauce made with real butter, extra virgin olive oil, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, creating a rich, savory flavor in every bite. The delicate balance of aromatic sautéed garlic and a touch of freshly ground black pepper makes this dish truly irresistible. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, making it an ideal make-ahead meal for busy weeknights—simply thaw and reheat for a restaurant-quality dinner at home. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch and serve with a side of crusty bread or a crisp green salad. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing comfort food, this Garlic Pasta OAMC will become a staple in your meal prep repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining and set the pasta aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Slowly stir in the grated parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the garlic cream sauce.
If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for color and added flavor.
Allow the dish to cool completely before dividing it into freezer-safe containers for OAMC. Label and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
When reheating, thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat gently on the stove with an extra splash of cream or reserved pasta water to restore the sauce’s creaminess.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.0 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 851 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
