Description
Creamy parmesan linguine dances with rich, silky notes of Italian culinary tradition. Rich cheese and delicate herbs invite you to savor a Mediterranean escape on your dinner plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 300 grams (10.6 ounces) pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook pasta until perfectly tender, maintaining a slight firmness at the center.
- Gently warm olive oil in a spacious skillet, then introduce minced garlic, releasing its aromatic essence without browning.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, allowing it to warm and create a silky base for the sauce.
- Gradually incorporate Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, stirring continuously until they meld into a luxurious, velvety mixture.
- Enhance the sauce with a delicate balance of salt, cracked black pepper, and a sprinkle of red chili flakes for a subtle kick.
- Transfer the drained pasta directly into the cheese sauce, gently rotating the skillet to ensure every strand is lavishly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Plate the pasta immediately, crowning the dish with a flourish of freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and herbal freshness.
Notes
- Swap out heavy cream for lighter alternatives like Greek yogurt or half-and-half to reduce calories and fat content.
- Add roasted vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach for extra nutrition and color to the pasta dish.
- Use gluten-free pasta for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the same creamy texture and delicious flavor.
- Toast garlic slightly before adding cream to enhance its nutty, rich flavor and release deeper aromatic notes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 545
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg