Description
This creamy garlic pasta is a rich, velvety dish packed with the deep aroma of garlic and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick yet luxurious dinner.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 8 oz (penne or spaghetti).
- Butter: 2 tablespoons.
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced.
- Heavy cream: 1 cup.
- Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup, grated.
- Salt and black pepper: To taste.
- Fresh parsley: For garnish (optional).
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of milk or more cream.
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling & Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg