Description
Easy Creamy Pasta is a comforting dish that combines al dente pasta with a luscious, rich sauce made from heavy cream, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy family dinners or last-minute gatherings, this recipe comes together in no time, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personal touch that elevates this delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, torn
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes).
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring. Add Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce.
- Drain pasta (reserve some water) and toss with the sauce until well coated.
- Stir in fresh basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Plate immediately and garnish with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg