Yum Yum Pasta

Experience the ultimate comfort food with Yum Yum Pasta, a creamy and indulgent dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This quick and easy recipe features tender penne pasta tossed in a luscious garlic-infused Parmesan cream sauce, balanced with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes and the earthy aroma of Italian seasoning. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, Yum Yum Pasta is the ideal choice for busy home cooks craving a restaurant-quality meal. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, this satisfying pasta dish is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Serve it as a main course or alongside crusty bread and a crisp green salad for a dining experience that's nothing short of spectacular.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g penne pasta
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter has melted.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low and slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously to combine.

Step 5

Once the cream is warmed through, gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Mix in the red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, adjusting the seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Cook the pasta in the sauce for 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Yum Yum Pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	679.6 grams (679.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2542

Total Fat 147.70g	189%
Saturated Fat 80.20g	401%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 382mg	127%
Sodium 2628mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 224.30g	82%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 0.10g
Protein 70.80g	142%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 926mg	71%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 698mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.0%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 35.7%