Penne Pasta with Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Penne Pasta with Alfredo Sauce—a timeless Italian-inspired dish that's simple yet irresistibly comforting. Featuring tender penne pasta coated in a velvety sauce made with rich heavy cream, unsalted butter, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this recipe delivers on flavor with the aromatic addition of garlic and a hint of freshly ground black pepper. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal, it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it both quick and satisfying. Topped with vibrant chopped parsley for a burst of freshness, this one-pot crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with a side salad or garlic bread for the ultimate dining experience. Don’t miss the chance to try this easy pasta recipe—your family will love every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the olive oil to the saucepan with the butter to prevent the butter from burning.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the saucepan, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour the heavy cream into the saucepan and stir occasionally, bringing it to a gentle simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt completely and thicken the sauce.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Add the cooked penne to the saucepan and toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the Alfredo sauce.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the pasta and give it a final toss.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.7 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 605 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 69 mg | 1% | |
*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.
