Description
A deliciously creamy pasta dish featuring a rich cheese sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (any type you prefer)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated cheese (like cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes. Stir occasionally, ensuring it does not burn.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the grated cheese to the skillet. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the drained pasta in the creamy cheese sauce, ensuring all the pasta is well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
To customize, consider adding proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp, or vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg