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Creamy Linguine

This creamy linguine dish is a quick and easy comfort food that comes together in one pan, perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 250 g linguine Pasta of your choice, cooked until al dente.
  • 200 ml heavy cream For a richer sauce.
  • 50 g parmesan cheese, grated Can substitute with other hard cheeses if desired.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing the garlic.
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on preference.
  • to taste Black pepper Freshly cracked for added flavor.
  • for garnish Fresh parsley Chopped, for serving.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Combining and Serving
  1. Add the cooked linguine to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley!

Notes

For an extra kick, consider adding cherry tomatoes or crispy bacon bits. This dish keeps well in the fridge for about 3 days, just be sure to store it in an airtight container. Reheat with a splash of cream to prevent it from drying out.