Description
This Creamy Pesto Pasta is a quick and delicious meal that brings together the richness of cream, the aromatic flavor of garlic, and the vibrant taste of pesto, all ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lbs Penne pasta uncooked
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 ½ cups Heavy cream
- ½ cup Milk or half and half
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ½ teaspoon Chili flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup Pesto
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta and pesto to the skillet, tossing until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins for added nutrition. Adjust the chili flakes to taste for a spicier kick!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Creamy Pesto Pasta, quick meals, 30-minute recipes, pasta dishes, Italian food