Description
A creamy and delicious pasta dish made with garlic and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the noodles in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or sautéed vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream for a lighter version, or use a dairy-free cream alternative for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg