Description
Savor the comfort of Easy Creamy Pasta, a delightful dish that envelops you in rich flavors and velvety textures. This quick and simple recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal, perfect for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings with friends. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring until small bubbles form. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and smooth.
- Combine: Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing well to coat each strand evenly with sauce.
- Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg