Penne Pasta Tossed In Garlic Crème Sauce With Self Serve Toppings Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook Penne Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Make the Garlic Crème Sauce
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the salt and black pepper. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the garlic crème sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.