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One Pot Creamy Pesto Pasta
Instructions
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In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add a dash of olive oil.
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Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
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Mix in dry pasta and stir to coat in garlic oil.
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Add chicken broth to just cover the pasta. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
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Bring to a simmer and stir occasionally until pasta is cooked and most of the broth is absorbed.
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Add heavy cream and pesto. Stir and bring to a simmer.
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Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
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Top with additional Parmesan and fresh basil before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pesto Concentration Magic 🌿For an intense pesto flavor, use a high-quality homemade or premium store-bought pesto, and reserve some fresh basil leaves for garnishing to boost the herbal brightness.
- Liquid Gold Technique 💧When adding chicken broth, use warm broth to help the pasta cook more evenly and prevent temperature shock, which can lead to uneven cooking or sticky pasta.
- Cheese Emulsification Trick 🧀Grate the Parmesan fresh and add it off the heat to prevent clumping, creating a smooth, creamy sauce that coats the pasta perfectly.
- Pasta Water Rescue 🥄Keep a little pasta cooking liquid on hand to adjust sauce consistency - a splash can help loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick or sticky.
- Flavor Layering Technique 🧄Toast the garlic powder and dried parsley briefly in butter before adding liquids to enhance their aromatic compounds and develop a deeper, more complex flavor profile.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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