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Gochujang Pasta

Spicy Gochujang Pasta

Made with korean gochujang paste, heavy cream, and al dente pasta, this bold and decadent dish is sure to be a hit.

PREP TIME: 15 minutes

– 1 lb. pasta – 1 tbsp. olive oil – 1 tbsp. butter – 4 garlic cloves minced – ¼ cup gochujang paste – ¾ cup heavy cream – ½ cup grated parmesan – 1 tsp. red pepper flakes – 2 tbsp. fresh basil chopped

INGREDIENTS

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Step 1

In a large skillet saute onion and garlic in melted butter, then add gochujang paste.

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Step 2

After paste caramelizes, whisk in heavy cream, shredded parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes and then reduce heat to low. Allow sauce to thicken.

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Step 3

 Cook pasta according to the packaging instructions. Once cooked, reserve at least ½ cup of pasta water before draining the pasta. Add pasta water to sauce to thin if necessary. 

Step 4

Add cooked pasta to the finished sauce and stir to coat

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Step 5

Serve topped with fresh basil and additional red pepper flakes, if desired.

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