Description
A rich and buttery pasta dish featuring bold garlic flavors and a creamy sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces tagliatelle pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the tagliatelle pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Allow the cream to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts and the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked tagliatelle pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the creamy garlic sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free cream alternative. You can also add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy pasta, garlic pasta, Italian recipes, quick meals