Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this delicious Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta. With a rich, garlicky sauce and al dente penne, this dish is a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 12 oz penne pasta
Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Penne: Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and whisk to form a roux. Slowly pour in milk while whisking. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and heat through. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or bacon.
- Enhance with sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 59 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
