Description
Easy Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a quick and comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic and creamy parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, this pasta dish is simple to make and sure to impress everyone at your dinner table. With just a few fresh ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering meal in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining the pasta. Add drained pasta to the skillet with garlic.
- Stir in olive oil and mix in grated parmesan cheese until well coated. Add reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 478
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes. Swap out parmesan for pecorino cheese for a different taste. A pinch of red pepper flakes can give your dish an extra kick.