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Creamy Garlic and Basil Pasta

This pasta dish is comfort in a bowl. Creamy, garlicky and cozy. It comes together in just 20 minutes with ingredients you likely

already have on hand- making this a filling and easy but super delicious go-to

meal. Drizzle extra California Olive Ranch 100% CA EVOO over top to finish off

your dish for added healthy fats and flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1/2lb capellini pasta
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons California Olive Ranch 100% CA EVOO, plus more for drizzling.
  • 3 cups of chicken or veggie broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sliced fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt + more to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a medium/large pan or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add in minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add in butter and stir until melted.
  4. Add in chicken broth and salt, bring broth to a boil.
  5. Add in capellini and reduce heat slightly, cook until pasta still has a slight bite to it- about 12 minutes.
  6. Add in grated parmesan cheese, cream, sliced basil and mix well.
  7. Plate pasta and serve with freshly cracked pepper, freshly grated parmesan and another drizzle of California Olive Ranch 100% CA EVOO.

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