Mango Cream Pasta Delight

1.Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.

2.In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.

3.Add the diced mango to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently until the mango is slightly softened.

4.Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.

5.Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the mango cream sauce.

6.Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute to allow the flavors to meld together.

7.Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.