Creamy garlic spaghetti: A 20‑minute Italian escape

This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also tastes divine without breaking the bank. A silky sauce with a hint of garlic is the perfect way to feel as if you're on an Italian holiday without leaving home. You can prepare this dish in just 20 minutes, and you'll likely find the ingredients in your kitchen cupboard. Tagliatelle, spaghetti, or bucatini pasta all work well.

Ingredients:

• 300g tagliatelle,
• 20g salted butter,
• 6 finely chopped garlic cloves,
• 2 tablespoons plain flour,
• 150ml chicken stock,
• 175ml double cream,
• 85g grated Parmesan cheese,
• 20g chopped parsley.

Instructions:

1. Start by cooking the pasta according to the instructions on the package.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When the butter begins to foam, add the chopped garlic and freshly ground black pepper.
3. Sauté for four to five minutes, until the garlic is lightly golden and releases its aromatic scent.
4. Add the flour to the skillet, stirring to create a smooth paste. Cook for one to two minutes, then gradually add the chicken stock, ensuring the mixture becomes a silky sauce.
5. Add the double cream and most of the Parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until everything melts and is well combined. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as desired.
6. Transfer the cooked pasta to the skillet, adding two to three tablespoons of pasta cooking water. Mix well until the sauce reaches a rich, creamy consistency.
7. Divide the pasta and sauce evenly into four bowls, then sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan and chopped parsley.

Pasta is an excellent choice for a quick dinner when there's little time for cooking. It's easy to prepare and a valuable source of carbohydrates. Just add your favourite toppings, such as pesto, courgettes, or peas, to create a delicious and satisfying dish that will please everyone at home.

Pasta with chicken in creamy sauce is the perfect combination for a quick lunch or a special dinner. Simple ingredients like cream, Parmesan, and pesto give the dish an exceptional flavour that will delight both children and adults.

Adding pesto to pasta with chicken in creamy sauce enriches the dish with an herbal aroma and additional creaminess. Pesto pairs perfectly with tender chicken and Parmesan, and its fragrance enhances the flavour of the entire dish. It's a simple way to spice up an everyday dinner.

Pasta with mushrooms and peas is another quick and satisfying dinner suggestion. Just a few ingredients, like mushrooms, garlic, and fresh parsley, are needed to create a dish that will please the whole family. It's a classic that doesn't require unnecessary additions, and its simplicity is the key to success.