Description
Indulge in the rich and satisfying flavors of our Restaurant-Style Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta. This delightful dish combines perfectly cooked penne pasta with a luxurious creamy garlic sauce that rivals what you would find in the finest Italian restaurants. Easily impress your loved ones with this gourmet meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Start by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Once the garlic is golden, pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, then add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Drain the penne pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the creamy garlic sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm in a pan over low heat, adding a splash of cream or water to reinvigorate the sauce.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 85mg