Parmesan Pasta
Ingredients
- 12 ounces dry spaghetti
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente.
- Before draining, reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add the grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir continuously until a smooth sauce forms. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water.
- Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Garnish with parsley when serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 16gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 258mgFiber: 2g
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