Description
A comforting creamy pasta dish that’s easy to make and versatile, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup vegetables (like broccoli, bell peppers, or spinach)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the vegetables and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For added protein, toss in grilled chicken or shrimp. You can also mix and match your favorite veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, easy pasta recipe, vegetarian pasta