Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 16 oz. spaghetti or linguine
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
  • ¾ cup whole or 2% milk
  • 1 head roasted garlic (10-12 cloves; see note) (coarsely chopped)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1¼ cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • fresh Italian parsley (chopped)

Instruction

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, using a heavy saucepan, add butter and place over medium heat until butter has completely melted.
  • Add flour and stir well. Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent flour from burning.  
  • Add chicken stock, milk, chopped roasted garlic, salt and pepper; stir mixture until smooth.  
  • Bring mixture to a simmer and cook on low heat, stirring often, for 8-10 minutes.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and heavy cream; stir until smooth.
  • Place cooked pasta in a large skillet; add cream sauce and toss until well coated. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until heated through. Garnish with freshly chopped Italian parsley before serving.