Pasta with Spicy Garlic Cream Sauce
Indulge in the perfect harmony of heat and creaminess with this Pasta with Spicy Garlic Cream Sauce, a quick and irresistible weeknight dinner! Featuring tender pasta coated in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce with a fiery kick from red pepper flakes, this recipe masterfully balances bold flavors and comforting textures. Melted Parmesan cheese adds a rich, savory depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings a pop of color and brightness to every plate. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for spice lovers craving a gourmet meal without the fuss. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with a crisp salad for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfect keywords: spicy garlic cream sauce, easy pasta recipe, quick dinner ideas, Parmesan pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil, and let the butter melt completely.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine with the garlic and red pepper flakes.
Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. If it's too thick, add small amounts of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat each strand evenly with the sauce.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 212.2 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.1 g | 570% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 533 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 2689 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 51.1 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 956 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 298 mg | 6% | |
*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.
