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That Viral Ditalini Pasta

That Viral Ditalini Pasta – Comfort Food in 15 Minutes

That Viral Ditalini Pasta is a quick and satisfying dish that transforms weeknight dinners into a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if needed.
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Paste Can use fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 cup Ditalini Pasta Alternative pasta shapes like mini bow ties or pastina can be used.
For the Broth
  • 3-4 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Try Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can lighten with half-and-half or coconut cream.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Unsalted butter can be substituted, adjust salt accordingly.
For Spice and Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked is preferable.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Can be replaced with basil or omitted.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic paste and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Stir in uncooked Ditalini pasta, sauté for about 1 minute to absorb flavors.
  3. Pour chicken broth to cover the pasta, add salt, and bring to a gentle boil. Cook for approximately 8 minutes until al dente.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and butter until creamy.
  5. Adjust seasoning with black pepper and salt, then garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture; reheating can cause the sauce to separate.

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