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Pasta Perfection: Modern Comfort

Indulge in the Ultimate Creamy Pasta Delight

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Pasta Perfection: Modern Comfort

About this recipe

Experience a contemporary take on classic creamy pasta. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish balances tradition with modern cooking methods, ensuring rich flavors and maximum ease.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dry pasta
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Boil pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

  2. 2

    In a separate pan, heat heavy cream over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add Parmesan and butter to the cream, stirring until melted and smooth.

  4. 4

    Transfer the drained pasta immediately into the hot sauce pan and toss to coat.

  5. 5

    Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if necessary.

  6. 6

    Stir in fresh parsley, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

Chef's tip

For an added depth of flavor, consider sautéing a couple of cloves of minced garlic in the butter before adding the cream and cheese.

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