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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta: A Delicious Recipe Revealed!

A creamy and delicious pasta dish made with garlic and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 15gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2g

Notes

  • For a protein boost, add cooked chicken or shrimp to the pasta before serving.
  • To make it lighter, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use less cheese.

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