Description
A quick and irresistible dish featuring velvety pasta coated in a rich garlic-herb sauce, perfect for any weeknight dinner or gathering.
Ingredients
- Fettuccine or pasta of choice
- Boursin cheese (garlic & herb)
- Heavy cream
- Fresh minced garlic
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Sauté the Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Lower heat, add heavy cream while stirring gently, then mix in Boursin cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine: Drain the cooked pasta and toss it in the skillet with the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- Season & Serve: Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, include sautéed vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes. Spice it up by adding red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on low heat for best results.