Penne with Creamy Carrots and Scallions

Elevate your weeknight pasta game with this comforting yet elegant Penne with Creamy Carrots and Scallions recipe. Featuring tender penne pasta coated in a velvety parmesan cream sauce, this dish shines with the natural sweetness of caramelized carrots and the subtle onion-like bite of fresh scallions. A touch of nutmeg adds depth to the creamy base, while garlic-infused olive oil and butter create a rich, aromatic foundation. This 35-minute recipe is perfect for busy evenings, offering a sophisticated twist on classic pasta dishes. Serve it warm, garnished with extra parmesan and parsley, for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal that your family will love. Ideal for quick dinners, vegetarian meal plans, and pasta lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz penne pasta
• 4 medium carrots
• 6 stalks scallions
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• to taste tsp salt
• to taste tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp (optional) nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, peel the carrots and cut them into thin matchstick slices. Trim the scallions and chop them finely, separating the white parts from the green tops.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, minced, and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots to the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and become slightly caramelized.

Step 5

Stir in the white parts of the scallions and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir gently to combine, allowing the sauce to warm through and thicken slightly, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Mix until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.

Step 8

Add the drained penne to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.

Step 9

Remove from heat and stir in the green tops of the scallions for a fresh, bright finish.

Step 10

Serve warm, garnished with additional parmesan and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1107.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3023.7

Total Fat 166.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 394.7mg	0%
Sodium 1072.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 79.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1078.9mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1881.4mg	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: 50.5%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 38.7%