15 minute creamy garlic pasta sauce

Creamy Garlic Cheesy Pasta

Step 1: Boil Water [00:36]

Place a large saucepan of water on the stovetop over high heat. Heavily season with sea salt flakes and bring to a boil.

Step 2: Prepare Garlic [00:45]

Peel and grate 6 cloves of garlic using a fine microplane to create a paste. Scrape it all out to avoid wasting any.

Step 3: Grate Cheese [00:57]

Grate 60 grams (2.1 ounces) of grana padano cheese or parmigiano-reggiano using a fine microplane.

Step 4: Chop Parsley [01:20]

Scrunch 5 grams (0.2 ounces) of flat leaf parsley into a tight bunch and give it a rough chop. This step is optional and can be substituted with basil.

Step 5: Cook Pasta [01:34]

Once the water is boiling, add in 500 grams (1.1 pounds) of pasta. Mix quickly to prevent sticking and cook for one minute less than the package instructions.

Step 6: Prepare Sauce [01:49]

In a large pan over high heat, add 1 tablespoon (14 grams) of unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) of olive oil. Mix to melt the butter.

Step 7: Sauté Garlic [02:03]

Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and oil, stirring continuously for 40 seconds to prevent burning.

Step 8: Add Stock [02:18]

Pour in 80 milliliters (1/3 cup) of chicken or vegetable stock and bring to a boil for about 20 seconds.

Step 9: Add Cream [02:30]

Add 400 milliliters (13.5 fluid ounces) of heavy thickened cream, season with 1 teaspoon (5 grams) of sea salt flakes and 10 cracks of black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.

Step 10: Simmer Sauce [02:49]

Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for 6-7 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.

Step 11: Add Spinach [03:08]

After 7 minutes, add 120 grams (4.2 ounces) of washed baby spinach to the sauce and mix until wilted.

Step 12: Combine Pasta and Sauce [03:15]

Transfer the cooked pasta directly into the sauce using a slotted spoon, allowing some pasta water to come along, which helps the sauce stick.

Step 13: Add Cheese [03:39]

Add the grated cheese to the pasta and sauce mixture, stirring well to combine. Simmer for an additional 1.5 to 2 minutes.

Step 14: Adjust Seasoning [03:57]

Check the sauce for seasoning and adjust with more sea salt flakes and cracked black pepper if necessary.

Step 15: Serve [04:18]

Serve the pasta in bowls, garnishing with additional cheese, parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy your creamy garlic cheesy pasta!