– 8 ounces of fettuccine or spaghetti
– 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 cup of heavy cream
– 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt, to taste
– Pepper, to taste
– 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
– Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Creating Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta is simple with these straightforward steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
2. Melt Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
3. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
4. Pour Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine. Allow it to simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
5. Add Cheese: Gradually add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Season: Add salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste. Adjust the flavors as needed.
7. Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, stirring thoroughly to ensure each strand is well-coated.
8. Adjust Consistency: If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
9. Serve Immediately: Remove from heat and serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
10. Enjoy: Dig in and savor the rich, creamy flavors!