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Garlic Butter Pasta (One Pot!)

This one pot Garlic Butter Pasta recipe has the best herb-infused sauce with fresh garlic and a hint of Parmesan and lemon juice. It’s a great meatless meal or side dish recipe!

Ingredients

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  • ¾ teaspoon EACH: dried basil, oregano, parsley, mustard powder
  • ¼ teaspoon EACH: dried thyme, onion powder, pepper
  • 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 2 ¾ cups chicken broth
  • ¾ cup half and half
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ chicken bouillon cube
  • ¾ cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ lb. Shellbow pasta (see notes)

Instructions

  1. Combine the seasonings and set aside. Measure out remaining ingredients before beginning. This recipe goes quick, so you want to be ready.
  2. Add 3 tbsps. of the butter to a soup pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and seasonings. Stir continuously until the butter starts to foam.
  3. Add the chicken broth, half and half, soy sauce, and bouillon cube.
  4. Bring to a boil and add the pasta. Bring back to a gentle boil and cook uncovered according to package instructions. Run a silicone spatula along the bottom of the pot throughout cooking to lift any pasta that may be settling to the bottom. Taste-test the pasta for doneness before proceeding.
  5. Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice.
  6. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and cover the pot to let it melt. Gently stir it into the pasta and serve!
  • Author: Chef Stella