Description
Warm and creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta that comforts the soul with its rich flavors and nostalgic memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: cooked chicken, steak, or shrimp
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil and cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Melt the butter in the same pot over medium heat, then add the minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, but be careful not to brown it!
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer, allowing those flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese into the pot. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce becomes smooth and luscious.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed for your preference.
- Drain the pasta and toss it in with the creamy sauce, ensuring every strand is coated in that heavenly goodness.
- Serve immediately, adding cooked chicken, steak, or shrimp if desired for extra protein.
Notes
This dish is perfect for making ahead; the sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before adding the pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg