Description
Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that perfectly marries the robust taste of garlic with the richness of parmesan cheese. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this quick recipe requires minimal ingredients yet delivers impressive results. Imagine twirling tender pasta coated in a velvety garlic sauce, topped with fresh herbs and a generous sprinkle of parmesan. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that can also be easily customized with grilled chicken or seasonal vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, Garlic Parmesan Pasta is your go-to comfort food that never compromises on flavor.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti or fettuccine
- Fresh garlic
- Unsalted butter
- Heavy cream
- Grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of cooking water and drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add heavy cream to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg