Cheesy Pasta
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this cheesy pasta recipe! Creamy, gooey, and bursting with flavor, it’s the perfect dish for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With a delightful blend of mozzarella and cheddar wrapped around your favorite pasta, every bite delivers warmth and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook penne until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the cheese sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat until warmed through.
- Add the cheese: Gradually whisk in mozzarella and cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Combine: Add the drained pasta into the cheese sauce and stir until evenly coated.
- Serve: Transfer to serving bowls, garnish with parsley if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 95mg