Italian Creamy Noodles
Indulge in the luxurious simplicity of Italian Creamy Noodles, a quick and comforting dish that's bursting with classic Italian flavors. This recipe transforms fettuccine pasta into a velvety masterpiece, coated in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce seasoned with fragrant dried oregano and basil. The secret to its irresistibly smooth texture lies in the addition of starchy pasta water, which binds the sauce beautifully to every strand of pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley for a hint of color and freshness, these creamy noodles pair wonderfully with a crisp side salad or garlic bread. Experience the ultimate in creamy pasta perfection with this Italian-inspired favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine with the butter and garlic, then allow it to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and ground black pepper to the sauce. Stir to combine and let it cook for another minute.
Slowly stir in the reserved pasta water to thin the sauce slightly, achieving your desired consistency.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss gently to coat the noodles evenly in the creamy sauce.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot, with additional Parmesan on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.4 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.0 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 2636 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.7 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 83.5 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 943 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 143 mg | 3% | |
*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.
