Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this delectable Creamy Spaghetti recipe. With a luxurious sauce made from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, this dish is a comforting and satisfying meal that is quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Spaghetti:
- 12 oz (340g) spaghetti
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the sauce: Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil. Add heavy cream, simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine: Toss cooked spaghetti in the sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or grilled chicken for additional flavor and protein.
- For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half or whole milk for the heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
