Ingredients
– 8 ounces of pasta (fettuccine or penne works great)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Large pot for boiling pasta
– Skillet or saucepan for the sauce
– Colander for draining pasta
– Wooden spoon or spatula
– Grater for cheese (if not using pre-shredded)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start off, I bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. I add my pasta and cook it according to the package instructions until al dente. Remember, we want that perfect bite that will hold up to the creamy sauce. While the pasta is cooking, I heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and toss in the minced garlic, sautéing it just until fragrant – that’s when the kitchen starts to smell divine! (See the next page below to continue steps…)