@easy.recipes859: ⭐ Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 8 oz rotini pasta 2 tbsp butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ cup pasta water (as needed) ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste) ¼ tsp paprika (optional) Fresh parsley for garnish Directions: Cook the Pasta Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini and cook until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside. Make the Garlic Base In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant (don’t let it burn). Create the Sauce Pour in the heavy cream and stir. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, then add the Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth. Adjust Consistency Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Combine Add the cooked rotini into the sauce. Toss until every piece is coated and glossy. Serve Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan on top. Serve warm and enjoy! #rotinipasta #pastarecipe #garlicparmesan
