🎼 Perfect partnerHomemade Lasagna
🍝 ⏱️ 1h
Oven + stovetop — no fighting over heatShares 6 ingredients (parmesan, cheese, garlic)
👨🍳 Instructions
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1
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large, lidded saucepan over medium-low heat
2
Add the minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn
3
Add the ditalini pasta to the saucepan and stir with the garlic for about 1 minute
4
Add the vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper to taste
5
Cover the saucepan and cook for about 2 minutes, then uncover and stir
6
Repeat covering and cooking in 30-second intervals, uncovering and stirring each time, until the ditalini is al dente, checking the box for reference cooking time
7
Check that some liquid remains in the pan when the pasta is cooked; if not enough, add about 1/4 to 1/3 cup additional vegetable broth (skip if you prefer a less soupy consistency)
8
Remove the saucepan from the heat and leave uncovered
9
Stir in the cream (or milk), salted butter, and freshly-grated Parmesan cheese until well combined
10
If making the chili crisp version, stir in the chili crisp, chickpeas, and extra Parmesan or Cheddar cheese now
11
Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired
12
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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You're all done!
Enjoy your ditalini pasta — and don't forget to share.
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Tips as you cook
- Gather IngredientsMise en place makes cooking easier
- Watch out · Heat Olive OilKeep heat medium-low to avoid scorching
- Watch out · Sauté GarlicStir constantly to prevent burning
- Toast PastaToasting pasta adds nutty flavor
- Add Broth & SeasonSeason now for a flavorful base
- Cover & SimmerKeep lid on to trap steam
- Repeat Cook IntervalsCheck pasta box for timing guide
- Check Liquid LevelAdd broth for a saucier finish
Swaps, storing and making ahead
Good to know
Swaps
No cream on hand? Use milk instead for a lighter but still creamy sauce.
Storing it
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth or milk to loosen the sauce, until steaming hot.
Notes by Meez Magic, written for this recipe. Use your judgment.
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