Description
Creamy Cavatappi is a comforting dish that’s both rich and satisfying. The corkscrew shape of cavatappi pasta holds onto the creamy cheese sauce, ensuring each bite is flavorful.
Ingredients
- Cavatappi pasta
- Butter
- Garlic, minced
- Heavy cream
- Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the cavatappi pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
Notes
For added nutrition, stir in steamed broccoli or peas before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: cavatappi, cheese sauce, pasta, creamy pasta, weeknight dinner