Penne Alfredo

Creamy, rich, and utterly indulgent, Penne Alfredo is a timeless classic that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen in just 30 minutes! Featuring tender penne pasta smothered in a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce made with unsalted butter, heavy cream, minced garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this recipe is a comforting delight for any pasta lover. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness, while customizable seasoning lets you perfect the dish to your taste. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy date night, this Penne Alfredo pairs beautifully with a crisp side salad or warm garlic bread for a crowd-pleasing meal. Quick to prepare and irresistibly satisfying, this recipe deserves a permanent spot in your cooking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 g penne pasta
• 60 g unsalted butter
• 240 ml heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic
• 120 g Parmesan cheese
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

Step 2

Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, until al dente.

Step 3

While the pasta is cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring periodically.

Step 7

Slowly add the grated Parmesan cheese to the cream, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 8

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Once the pasta is cooked, drain it well and add it to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce.

Step 10

Toss the pasta in the sauce until it is well coated and heated through.

Step 11

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the pasta as a garnish before serving.

Step 12

Serve the Penne Alfredo immediately, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(891.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3333.1

Total Fat 174.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 479.6mg	0%
Sodium 3225.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 337.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 96.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1115.8mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1029.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 40.9%