1Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until lightly golden and fragrant.
2Add the uncooked pasta shells and toss to coat in the oil and garlic. Stir occasionally until the pasta begins to lightly toast.
3Add butter and let it melt completely, stirring to combine.
4Pour in the chicken broth and increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
5Stir in the tomato paste and heavy cream, cooking until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta evenly.
6Add Parmesan cheese, basil flakes, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
7Serve warm and enjoy your creamy, one-pan pasta perfection.
Ingredients
4 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp minced garlic
2 cups mini pasta shells (uncooked)
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp tomato paste
0.5 cup heavy cream
2.5 cups chicken broth
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp basil flakes (for garnish)
1 pinch salt
Equipment
large nonstick skillet
Tips
Toss pasta to coat in oil and garlic, then stir occasionally until lightly toasted.
Increase heat to medium-high and bring broth to a gentle boil.
Cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
Cook until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta evenly.