Description
Delightful and creamy Black Pepper Parmesan Pasta Twirls that bring a cozy touch to any meal with rich flavors of Parmesan and the warmth of black pepper.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta twirls (fusilli or cavatappi)
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or basil)
- Salt, to taste
- Pasta water, reserved
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, reserving a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the garlic: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic butter, tossing everything together, adding reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce.
- Incorporate cheese and pepper: Remove from heat, and stir in grated Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper until melted into the warm pasta.
- Final touches: Stir in chopped fresh herbs, adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed, and serve hot!
Notes
For added depth, consider using cremini or shiitake mushrooms. This dish pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken or a fresh garden salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta, vegetarian, comforting dish, easy recipe, family favorite