For a richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-grated. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cream sauce for a touch of heat. Consider adding sauteed mushrooms, spinach, or grilled chicken for a more substantial meal. Reserve extra pasta water! It's starchy and will help the cheese and cream adhere to the pasta.
Quick and Easy Parmesan Noodles
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS87
Indulge in the simplicity of perfectly cooked pasta, embraced by a velvety Parmesan cream sauce. This dish is a blank canvas for your culinary creativity – customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a satisfying meal that's ready in minutes.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate43 g
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Cholesterol90 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat17 g
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Sodium227 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat28 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepBring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the farfalle pasta and cook according to package directions, about 10-12 minutes, or until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining.
02
StepWhile the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the heavy cream and garlic cloves. Gently simmer for 2-3 minutes to infuse the cream with garlic flavor. Remove and discard the garlic cloves.
03
StepReturn the drained pasta to the pot. Pour the Parmesan cream sauce over the pasta. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper. Add the grated Parmesan cheese.
04
StepToss continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce evenly coats the pasta. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
05
StepServe immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese.
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Jerrod Quigley
Jun 12, 2025The garlic really makes a difference! Don't skip that step. I also used a microplane to grate the Parmesan for a finer texture.
Bridget Hessel
May 19, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My kids absolutely devour it.
Shaylee Botsford
May 12, 2025Simple and satisfying, this will definitely be a regular in my rotation.
Mabel Cole
Jan 1, 2025Reserving the pasta water is key! It really helps to create a creamy sauce.
Lisandro Hane
Sep 18, 2024I didn't have heavy cream, so I used half-and-half and it still turned out great, just a bit lighter.
Earlene Block
Sep 13, 2024Next time, I'm going to try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
Lue Durgan
Jul 25, 2024I added some sautéed mushrooms and spinach – it was a delicious and easy way to sneak in some veggies.