Description
A simple and creamy pasta recipe that’s quick to make and delicious. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- Adjust creaminess by adding a splash of pasta water if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, easy pasta recipe, vegetarian pasta