Description
Indulgent Mediterranean Creamy Pasta whisks home cooks through a flavor journey of silky textures and rich Mediterranean herbs. Comforting noodles draped in a luxurious sauce promise a delightful escape you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook fettuccine until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Carefully drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of cooking water.
- In a wide skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat, creating a gentle sizzle. Introduce minced garlic and swirl until aromatic and slightly golden, releasing its rich fragrance.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, allowing it to merge with the garlic-infused butter. Gently simmer for 3-4 minutes, watching the liquid reduce and thicken slightly.
- Gradually sprinkle Parmesan cheese into the cream sauce, stirring continuously to create a silky, uniform consistency. The cheese will melt and bind with the cream, forming a luxurious coating.
- Add the drained pasta directly into the sauce, using tongs to ensure each strand is generously covered. If the sauce seems too thick, incorporate a splash of reserved pasta water to achieve a perfect, glossy texture.
- Season the dish with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt, adjusting to personal taste preferences. Gently toss to distribute the seasonings evenly.
- Transfer the creamy pasta to serving plates, creating an elegant presentation. Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish.
Notes
- Enhance the dish’s richness by using freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre-packaged cheese for deeper, more complex flavor.
- Balance the heavy cream’s intensity by adding a splash of pasta water to create a lighter, silkier sauce texture.
- Customize the recipe for dietary needs by substituting dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream and nutritional yeast for a vegan version.
- Prevent sauce separation by keeping the heat low and stirring continuously while incorporating cheese to maintain a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 482 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg