Simple Homemade Creamy Garlic Kale Pasta

Ingredients

• •8 oz (226g) pasta of choice (e.g., spaghetti, fettuccine)
• •1 tablespoon olive oil
• •4 garlic cloves, minced
• •2 cups fresh kale, stems removed and chopped
• •1 cup heavy cream
• •1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• •1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• •Salt and black pepper to taste
• •1/4 cup pasta cooking water (reserved)
• •Extra Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water before draining. Set cooked pasta aside.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but avoid browning.

4. 4

   Add the chopped kale to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well and allow the mixture to heat through for about 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using). Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.

7. 7

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta cooking water, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.

9. 9

   Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.