Creamy Penne Pasta
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Penne Pasta recipe, a luscious blend of tender penne noodles coated in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish combines the richness of butter and heavy cream with fragrant garlic and a hint of Italian seasoning for an irresistible flavor. The sauce, made from scratch with a simple roux and freshly grated Parmesan, clings beautifully to every bite of pasta, creating a restaurant-quality meal in just 30 minutes. Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. This easy creamy penne pasta recipe is sure to become a family favorite—comforting, satisfying, and oh-so-delicious!
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Ingredients
- 300 g penne pasta
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley, for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Step 4
Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute to create a roux.
Step 5
Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to ensure there are no lumps.
Step 6
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
Step 7
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Step 8
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
Step 9
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy your creamy penne pasta!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1183.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2853.5 |
| Total Fat 158.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 86.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 425.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2817.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 259.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.9g | |
| Protein 88.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 214.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1543.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1450.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories