Ingredients
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon dried parsley
3/4 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons butter, divided
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 3/4 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup half and half
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 chicken bouillon cube
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 lb. Shellbow pasta (or similar)
Instructions
- Combine the dried seasonings and set aside. Measure out remaining ingredients to prepare for cooking.
- In a large soup pot, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and seasoning mixture. Stir continuously until butter starts to foam.
- Pour in chicken broth, half and half, soy sauce, and crumble in the chicken bouillon cube. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then add pasta. Cook uncovered according to package instructions, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Taste-test for doneness.
- Once pasta is tender, reduce heat to low and gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, and add remaining tablespoon of butter. Cover for a few minutes, then stir to combine.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Experiment with different pasta shapes like cavatappi, farfalle, or rotini.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg