Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this delectable Creamy Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine. A rich and flavorful pasta dish that’s quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz linguine pasta
Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Reserved pasta water as needed
Instructions
- Cook the Linguine: Boil linguine until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, add cream, then whisk in cheeses until smooth. Season with salt, peppers.
- Combine: Toss cooked linguine in sauce, adding pasta water to adjust consistency. Cook briefly until well combined.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For added protein, top with grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version, but sauce may be thinner.
- Use freshly grated cheese for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
