Description
Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a creamy, indulgent dish that perfectly marries the vibrant flavors of garlic with the rich depth of parmesan cheese. This recipe is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings, as it comes together in under 30 minutes and requires minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 4–6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet, bring to a gentle simmer, and stir for approximately 2 minutes before mixing in grated parmesan cheese.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing well to coat.
- Adjust the consistency with reserved pasta water as needed and serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg