Description
A creamy and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Pasta that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables like spinach or broccoli to the pasta.
- To make it lighter, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream or use a plant-based cream alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg