Creamy Garlic Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 pound spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook until the garlic is fragrant and lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the cream, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions.
5. Drain the spaghetti and add it to the cream sauce. Toss to coat, and cook for 2 minutes.
6. Serve garnished with parsley.

Interesting Facts

• Garlic is a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
• Cream is a great source of calcium, and helps to add a rich creaminess to the dish.
• Parmesan is a hard cow’s milk cheese that is often used as a topping for pasta dishes.
• Spaghetti is a type of pasta that is made from durum wheat and is often served with a variety of sauces.