Description
Indulge in a bowl of Easy Creamy Pasta, where rich flavors and a silky sauce come together for an unforgettable dining experience. This dish features your choice of pasta enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, enhanced with aromatic garlic and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy nights at home or impressing guests, this recipe allows for endless customization. Get ready to savor every comforting bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously until it gently simmers. Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; stir until combined.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring it’s well-coated. If too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg