Penne Pasta with Creamy Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Penne Pasta with Creamy Sauce—a rich and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender penne pasta cloaked in a velvety sauce made with butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a truly indulgent experience. The subtle aroma of sautéed garlic adds depth, while a sprinkle of chopped parsley brings a burst of freshness to every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep and a total cooking time of 30 minutes, this creamy pasta dish is easy to make yet elegant enough to impress your guests. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and black pepper, it's a versatile recipe you'll come back to again and again. Serve it as a comforting solo entrée or pair it with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 to 2 minutes until it becomes fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir the mixture gently to combine.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Add the drained penne pasta to the saucepan and toss it gently in the creamy sauce until all of the pasta is well coated.
Remove the pasta from the heat and transfer it to serving plates.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3175 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.2 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.8 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 506 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 2811 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 296.7 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 83.1 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 921 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 920 mg | 20% | |
*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.
