Cheesy Pasta
Cheesy pasta is the epitome of comfort food, offering a warm and inviting experience with each gooey bite. This creamy dish combines perfectly cooked pasta with a rich cheese sauce, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or a satisfying weeknight meal. Easy to prepare yet gourmet in taste, this recipe can be customized to suit your palate and is sure to delight everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
- In a separate pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and gradually add shredded cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle fresh herbs on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg