1-First Step: Mise en Place Start by gathering your ingredients to make the process smooth. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and get your pasta ready. While you prepare, this step takes about 5 minutes and sets the stage for a quick meal.

Cooking the pasta comes next, which should take around 10 minutes. Follow the package for al dente texture, as this helps it hold the sauce well in your creamy garlic pasta.

2-Second Step: Make the Sauce While the pasta cooks, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of flour and stir for about 2 minutes to form a roux, which thickens the sauce nicely.

Stir in 2-3 cloves of minced garlic and 1/4 cup of chicken broth, simmering for 1 minute to build flavor. Then, whisk in 1 cup of heavy or whipping cream and cook until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally for a creamy result.

3-Third Step: Combine and Serve Add 1/3 cup of freshly grated parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Drain the pasta and toss it with the sauce, using a bit of pasta water if needed to get the right consistency.

Serve right away, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if you like. This total time of 15 minutes makes creamy garlic pasta a hit for busy evenings. For more dessert ideas to follow your meal, check out our cheesecake lemon bars recipe for a sweet finish.