Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente, drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Mix cooked pasta into the sauce, stirring gently to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh basil, and serve hot.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add cooked sausage or sautéed vegetables. Use full-fat cream for an ultra-creamy texture, and adjust cheese to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 100mg