Pasta With Artichokes In A Buttery Garlic And Olive Oil Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces small uncooked pasta (such as small shells)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 large garlic cloves
salt and pepper
1 (10 ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
1/4 cup pasta water
parmesan cheese

Preparation

Bring a pot of water to a boil and add salt.
Add pasta, cook for 8 to.10 minutes, until almost done and drain, reserving 1/4 cup water.
Heat the olive oil and melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the garlic, and artichoke hearts and cook 5 minutes, until heated through.
Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss for a few minutes.
Add pasta water and Parmesan cheese to taste and stir thoroughly before serving.