Description
A quick and delicious creamy garlic pasta that brings the family together with rich flavors and vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- Spaghetti or fettuccine
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 cup Seasonal Vegetables (peas, carrots)
- Fresh Basil or Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- Sauté aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and golden—watch closely so it doesn’t burn!
- Prepare the sauce: Lower the heat and add heavy cream to the skillet. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and infuse the cream, creating a luscious sauce.
- Combine: Gently fold your drained pasta into the creamy sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Add veggies: Fold in your vibrant vegetables, letting them warm in the sauce for a few minutes. Their freshness breathes life into this comforting dish.
- Finish & serve: Top with freshly chopped herbs and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan. Serve piping hot and enjoy the delightful chorus of flavors!
Notes
Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the sauce a day before and store it in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, simply heat it gently and combine with fresh, cooked pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy garlic, vegetarian, quick dinner, family meal