Creamy Garlic Pasta

I'm a big fan of pasta and I really like garlic, so when I ran across this recipe, it was a must try.  Trust me, this one doesn't disappoint!  

2 tsp olive oil

3 large garlic cloves, minced

2 Tbsp butter

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

4 cups chicken broth

12 oz thin spaghetti (broken into 6" pieces)

1 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup Half & Half

2 Tbsp fresh chopped parley

In a medium deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.  Add the minced garlic and stir for 1- 2 minutes.  Add the butter and stir until melted.  

Add the chicken broth, salt and pepper and bring to a boil.  Add your spaghetti and cook for 6 - 8 minutes stirring occasionally until pasta just firm and most broth has been absorbed.  

Add the Parmesan cheese and Half & Half and stir constantly until heated through.  

Serve this garnished with the fresh parsley.

This would pair well with chicken or shrimp and fresh broccoli.