Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta

Name: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 100g pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine); 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

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20 minTotal time

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560kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

100g pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Ingredient substitutions

Spaghetti or fettuccine Linguine or another long pasta with a similar cooking time
Heavy cream An equal amount of whipping cream
Fresh parsley Fresh chives, finely chopped

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 560 kcal

Protein18 g

Carbohydrates66 g

Fat25 g

Fiber 3 g · Sugar 3 g · Sodium 650 mg

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A rich and creamy pasta dish infused with garlic and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a quick and comforting meal. Simple ingredients come together to create a luscious sauce that coats each strand of pasta beautifully.

Main Dish

Steps

Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously.
Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring it is well coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Tips for Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta

The sauce should look glossy and cling to the pasta; if it turns grainy, the pan may be too hot or the cheese may have melted unevenly.
Finely grate the Parmesan so it melts smoothly, and use freshly grated cheese if possible; pre-grated cheese can leave the sauce less silky.
Have the pasta ready as soon as the sauce thickens, since the cream sauce firms up as it sits.

Drink pairing

A crisp, unoaked white wine such as Pinot Grigio
Its bright acidity balances the creamy sauce and savory Parmesan without overwhelming the garlic.

0% option: Sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat until steaming hot; the sauce may thicken, so stir in a small splash of cream or water if needed.