Pasta with Parmesan and Corn
Transform simple ingredients into a delightful meal with this Pasta with Parmesan and Corn recipe! This dish combines tender pasta, sweet bursts of corn, and the creamy richness of Parmesan cheese for a comforting yet elevated meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Sautéed garlic and golden corn kernels are brought to life with a buttery olive oil base, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Tossed together with al dente pasta and finished with freshly ground black pepper and optional parsley, this recipe is a shining example of easy, flavor-forward cooking. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, this one-pan wonder is versatile enough to use fresh, canned, or frozen corn. Serve it hot with a side of extra Parmesan for a restaurant-worthy finish!
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or your choice)
- 1.5 cups Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
- 1 cup Pasta cooking water (reserved)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Step 3
Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and slightly golden.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the butter, allowing it to melt and coat the corn evenly.
Step 5
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the corn mixture. Toss well to combine. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese while tossing, ensuring it melts and coats the pasta.
Step 6
If the pasta seems dry, slowly add the reserved pasta cooking water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 7
Season the pasta with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately while hot, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side for topping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1268.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2506.1 |
| Total Fat 140.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 204.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6041.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 197.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.1g | |
| Protein 125.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 95.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2685.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1203.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories