Description
A simple and delicious creamy pasta recipe that’s perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 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 large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Add grilled chicken or mushrooms for extra protein.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
