Description
Creamy Garlic Penne Pasta is a deliciously rich comfort food that combines the satisfying texture of tender penne with a velvety garlic cream sauce. This dish is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can create a meal that will impress family and friends alike. The creamy garlic sauce, enhanced by the nutty flavor of Parmesan cheese, makes every bite irresistible. Customize it with your favorite proteins or vegetables for an even more delightful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour until golden, then gradually add whole milk and heavy cream to avoid lumps.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Combine the drained penne with the sauce, tossing gently until well coated.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg