Parmesan & Garlic Linguine Pasta
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4.6
Parmesan & Garlic Linguine Pasta
Description
This Parmesan & Garlic Linguine Pasta recipe begins by cooking linguine until al dente. Butter, cream, and finely minced garlic are stirred into the hot pasta along with generous salt and pepper. Freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese melts into the sauce, which is carefully loosened with reserved pasta water to achieve a silky consistency.
The resulting texture is creamy and smooth, coating the linguine strands without heaviness. The garlic provides a mild aromatic pungency, while the cheese gives a nutty, savory depth typical of aged Parmesan. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright herbal note on serving.
This dish is approachable for a straightforward dinner or a side for protein. It can be adjusted for garlic intensity based on preference, and freshly grated cheese improves richness and flavor balance.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter salted
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 clove garlic finely minced (I used a microplane)
- salt to taste, lots of
- black pepper to taste, lots of
- 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid reserved
- 3/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese use the real stuff!, freshly grated
- parsley for garnish (optional, fresh
Instructions
- Bring large pot of water up to boil. Sprinkle in a generous amount of salt and stir in pasta. Cook linguine until al dente and drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
- Place linguine back into hot pot and stir in butter, cream, garlic, salt, pepper and cheese until butter and cheese start to melt and create a sauce. Pour in some pasta water to get the sauce to the consistency you want. (I only used about 3 tablespoons.)
- Taste and adjust seasonings accordingly. Pour onto serving platter and top with fresh parsley and more grated cheese.
Notes
- Using a microplane for grating garlic and Parmesan integrates flavor smoothly into the pasta.
- If using pre-grated Parmesan, about 1/2 cup is recommended for similar cheesiness.
- Adjust garlic amount to taste; this recipe provides a mild garlic presence.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 386 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 386kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 361mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 158mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 540IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 247mg | 25% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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