Description
Garlic lovers will adore this quick 15-minute creamy garlic pasta that brings Italian comfort to your dinner table. Rich parmesan and silky sauce combine for a simple yet luxurious meal you can savor in mere moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook pasta until al dente, following package guidelines. Carefully set aside 1/2 cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
- Heat a large skillet over medium temperature. Melt butter until it becomes golden and fragrant, then introduce minced garlic. Sauté for approximately 60 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Stream heavy cream into the skillet, whisking gently to create a smooth mixture. Allow the sauce to simmer softly for 2-3 minutes, developing rich depth of flavor.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir continuously until the sauce transforms into a velvety, luxurious consistency. If the sauce appears too dense, gradually introduce reserved pasta water to achieve a silky texture.
- Transfer cooked pasta directly into the creamy skillet. Gently toss and fold the noodles, ensuring each strand becomes thoroughly coated with the decadent garlic sauce.
- Plate immediately while piping hot. Optional: Sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant touch of color and additional flavor complexity.
Notes
- Swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or half-and-half for a lighter version that still maintains creamy texture.
- Add protein like grilled chicken, shrimp, or crispy bacon to transform this simple pasta into a complete meal.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make the dish celiac-friendly without compromising taste or texture.
- Enhance flavor by toasting garlic slightly longer for deeper, nuttier undertones that complement the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 690 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 47 g
- Saturated Fat: 28 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg