Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta
Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta is a comforting dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine right to your table. With perfectly cooked penne enveloped in a luscious garlic cream sauce, this recipe is ideal for a cozy dinner or special gatherings. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well, then add Parmesan cheese until smooth; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine drained pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Stir in parsley and serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 82mg