Description
A delicious creamy pasta dish with garlic and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g pasta (penne or macaroni)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
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Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Add the cooked pasta to the creamy sauce and toss until well coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the pasta to soak up the flavors.
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Transfer the pasta to serving bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, let it simmer slightly longer before adding the pasta.
- You can add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Adjust the garlic amount to your preference for a stronger or milder taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg