Description
Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a delightful and creamy dish that brings rich flavors to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This quick and easy recipe features al dente spaghetti or fettuccine enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, enhanced by freshly grated Parmesan cheese. It’s perfect for casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, allowing for customization with your favorite vegetables or proteins. The savory aroma and satisfying taste make Garlic Parmesan Pasta a household favorite that pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or crusty bread for a complete meal, sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add heavy cream to the skillet and simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, tossing thoroughly to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 70mg