Description
A comforting bowl of creamy pasta enriched with garlic and parmesan, perfect for cozy dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of your choice (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like basil or parsley), optional for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream (or half and half) and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the pasta in the sauce to maintain its texture. Check for doneness a minute or two before the time on the package suggests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg