Ingredients
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Before you start, gather these simple yet essential ingredients:
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
These ingredients come together to create a rich and satisfying meal. Feel free to adjust the quantities based on your personal taste!
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water, add spaghetti, and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes).
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet, bring to a simmer, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Drain spaghetti and add to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Adjust garlic and cheese to taste for a richer flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg