Pasta Cream Sauce with Peas
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Pasta Cream Sauce with Peas recipe, a luscious combination of creamy Parmesan sauce, tender pasta, and sweet bursts of green peas. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy date night, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a hassle-free yet elegant choice. The sauce, made from rich heavy cream, unsalted butter, and freshly grated Parmesan, coats the pasta beautifully, while a touch of reserved pasta water ensures the perfect silky texture. Frozen peas add a delightful pop of color and flavor, complemented by aromatic garlic and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish. Whether served as a standalone meal or paired with a crisp green salad, this creamy pasta promises to be a family favorite. Keywords: creamy pasta, Parmesan cream sauce, pasta with peas, quick dinner recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (e.g., fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti)
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Cooking water from the pasta
Instructions
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine and let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and continue stirring until it melts and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the frozen peas to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are heated through.
Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the cream sauce and toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some of the reserved pasta cooking water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy pasta with peas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.7 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 619 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 150 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.
