30-Minute Creamy Garlic Pasta
30-Minute Creamy Garlic Pasta is a quick and indulgent dish that combines tender pasta with a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe offers comfort in every bite. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have a satisfying meal ready in no time. Ideal for customizing with your favorite vegetables or proteins, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Sauté the Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute), being careful not to burn it.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously. Bring to a gentle simmer and gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Combine Everything: Add cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce, mixing well. If the sauce is too thick, stir in reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- Season It Right: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Optionally, add red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Serve: Plate your creamy garlic pasta and garnish with additional Parmesan or fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 105mg