Description
Creamy Garlicky Alfredo Ditalini is a rich and comforting pasta dish featuring small tubular ditalini pasta coated in a luscious Alfredo sauce made from butter, heavy cream, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. This quick and easy recipe delivers indulgent flavor and creamy texture with minimal ingredients, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the ditalini pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly golden but not browned, about 1-2 minutes.
- Make the Alfredo sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent scorching. Let the cream thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the cheese: Gradually whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, creating a silky sauce.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked ditalini pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat every piece in the creamy, garlicky sauce. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest melting and best flavor.
- Do not overcook the pasta; al dente ditalini holds up better in the sauce.
- Simmer the sauce gently to avoid curdling and keep it silky.
- Sauté garlic lightly to mellow its bite but avoid burning.
- If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to adjust consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Alfredo, Ditalini pasta, creamy pasta, garlicky sauce, quick pasta recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, Italian pasta
