Description
A comforting, creamy pasta dish that combines garlic and Parmesan for a rich flavor that’s quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant—about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and allow it to come to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, ensuring it is well-coated in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. This dish can be easily customized with vegetables or proteins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Garlic, Parmesan, Pasta, Creamy, Quick Meal, Italian Cuisine
