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Pink Pepper Pasta with Creamy Garlic

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Pink Pepper Pasta with Creamy Garlic is a visually elegant and flavor-packed pasta dish featuring a blush-hued, garlic-infused cream sauce accented with crushed pink peppercorns—perfect for romantic dinners or upscale weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 shallot or small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp crushed pink peppercorns
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water and drain.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add olive oil.
  3. Sauté shallot until softened, then stir in garlic and crushed pink peppercorns; cook until fragrant.
  4. Add broth and simmer briefly to reduce slightly.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Whisk in Parmesan until melted and sauce thickens.
  7. Season with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  8. Add drained pasta and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  9. Garnish with more pink peppercorns, fresh herbs, and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • Don’t overheat the cheese—add off heat and whisk quickly to avoid grainy texture.
  • Crush pink peppercorns gently for subtle color and flavor without bitterness.
  • Add protein or vegetables to customize the dish.
  • Use white wine to deglaze for a more complex sauce.
  • Reheat gently to preserve sauce texture.

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