15 Minute Parmesan Pasta
Creamy, indulgent, and ready in just 15 minutes, this Parmesan Pasta is the ultimate weeknight dinner hero. Featuring tender spaghetti coated in a rich and velvety Parmesan cream sauce, this recipe balances simplicity with gourmet flavor. The magic comes from a handful of kitchen staples like minced garlic, butter, heavy cream, and generous amounts of freshly grated Parmesan, delivering a luscious dish that feels effortless yet elegant. With minimal prep time and the option to garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this versatile pasta dish is perfect for busy nights or impromptu dinner parties. Plus, using a dash of reserved pasta water ensures the sauce clings to every strand for pasta perfection. Optimize your table time without compromising on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams spaghetti (or any pasta)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 0.5 cup pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Lower the heat to medium-low, then pour in the heavy cream. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring until it melts into a smooth sauce.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly in the creamy Parmesan sauce.
If the sauce seems too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.6 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.6 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 191 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 463 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 95 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
