Description
A comforting dish combining creamy sauce and penne pasta for a nostalgic dining experience.
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and stir, cooking for another minute.
- Gradually whisk in the whole milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, if using, until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy garlic sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
For added depth, consider incorporating roasted vegetables or grilled chicken. Adjust the seasoning according to taste.
