Description
A delicious baked salmon recipe served with creamy garlic Parmesan pasta, perfect for elevating your dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, consider mixing in cooked chicken, shrimp, or sautéed vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version of the sauce, or use a dairy-free cream alternative for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg