Seashells Pasta with Spicy Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, spicy delight of Seashells Pasta with Spicy Alfredo Sauce—an irresistible twist on classic comfort food! Medium-sized seashell pasta serves as the perfect canvas for a velvety Alfredo sauce, expertly crafted with rich heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan, and a fragrant sauté of minced garlic. A bold kick of red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper elevates this dish, delivering a tantalizing heat that perfectly balances the buttery smoothness of the sauce. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of herbal brightness, this restaurant-quality dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a weeknight favorite or an impressive option for dinner guests. Perfectly creamy, flavorfully spicy, and wholly satisfying—this pasta recipe is guaranteed to become a staple in your repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz seashell pasta (medium size)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1.25 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the seashell pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water and then drain the pasta. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 3
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the skillet. Stir until melted.
Step 4
Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to combine. Let it heat gently for 2-3 minutes, making sure not to let it boil.
Step 5
Add the Parmesan cheese gradually, stirring constantly to melt it into the sauce.
Step 6
Mix in the red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Step 7
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Step 8
Once the pasta is thoroughly coated and heated through, remove the skillet from heat.
Step 9
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1093.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4207.9 |
| Total Fat 270.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 156.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 721.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7014.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 266.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 157.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3381.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1023.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories