Description
A comforting pasta dish with tender penne enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Penne Pasta (12 oz)
- Garlic (6 cloves, minced)
- Heavy Cream (1 cup)
- Parmesan Cheese (1 cup, freshly grated)
- Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
- Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 10-12 minutes).
- Sauté the Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Add the Cream: Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine with garlic, and let it simmer gently for a few minutes.
- Introduce the Cheese: Gradually whisk in freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the Pasta and Sauce: Reserve a cup of pasta water and drain the penne. Toss the penne in the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Final Touches: Stir everything to coat the pasta in the sauce, sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired, and let heat through for a minute.
- Plate and Garnish: Serve the creamy garlic penne, garnished with fresh parsley and extra cheese if desired.
Notes
This dish can be customized with added protein or vegetables. Perfect for quick meals or special occasions!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, garlic pasta, penne recipe, comfort food, Italian cuisine