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Pasta Cream Sauce

This Pasta Cream Sauce is a warm, creamy delight that elevates any pasta dish. Made with just three ingredients, it’s perfect for quick meals and impressing guests.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 500 ml (2 cups) of heavy cream
  • 50 g (1/2 cup) of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  • Gently heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat without boiling.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese gradually until melted.
  • Season with salt to taste.
  • Combine the pasta with the sauce by gently coating the noodles.
  • Adjust the sauce's consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Always use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture.
Monitor the heat to keep the cream smooth.
Save some pasta water to create the perfect sauce consistency.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg