I learned this trick with a friend from Italy, now I only make pasta like this

Creamy Garlic Pasta
This indulgent, silky garlic pasta is the perfect answer to weeknight cravings. Rich with cream, loaded with garlic, and finished with a generous handful of Parmesan, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that comes together in minutes.

🧾 Ingredients:
Ingredient Quantity
Spaghetti or pasta of choice 300g (10 oz)
Garlic cloves, peeled and smashed 6–8
Butter 2 tbsp
Olive oil 1 tbsp
Heavy cream 1½ cups
Parmesan cheese, grated ½ cup
Ground black pepper ¼ tsp
Salt To taste
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional) For garnish
Red pepper flakes (optional) For heat