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Creamy Gigi Hadid Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade Cozy Dinner Idea

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A silky, dreamy pasta dish with garlic, cream, fresh herbs, and Parmesan cheese that comes together quickly for a cozy, comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) fusilli or rotini pasta
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (240 g) small-curd cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 9-11 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup (120 ml) of pasta water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 3 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Lower the heat and stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese. Use a whisk or spoon to gently break up the cottage cheese, blending it into the cream. Let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Keep stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is silky smooth. If too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
  5. Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss gently to coat every spiral. Cook together for 1-2 minutes so the pasta absorbs some sauce flavors.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh basil and parsley.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
  8. Serve immediately, optionally sprinkling extra Parmesan on top.

Notes

Reserve pasta water before draining to loosen sauce if needed. Sauté garlic gently to avoid bitterness. Use small-curd cottage cheese for best texture. Freshly grate Parmesan cheese for better melting and flavor. Toss pasta in sauce off heat or on low heat to prevent curdling.

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