Creamy Spaghetti Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this delectable Creamy Spaghetti recipe that’s perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Spaghetti:
- 12 ounces spaghetti
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti: Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: Melt butter in a skillet, sauté garlic, add flour to make a roux, whisk in milk and cream, simmer until thickened. Add Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix in cooked spaghetti.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or sautéed mushrooms for a heartier dish.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- This versatile sauce complements any pasta shape.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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