Gluten-Free Garlic Parmesan Pasta
This Gluten-Free Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a quick and delicious dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic and parmesan in a creamy sauce. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be on the table in under 30 minutes!
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 colander
- 1 large skillet
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 grater
Ingredients
- 12 oz gluten-free pasta such as penne or fettuccine
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste Salt
- to taste Ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and then the gluten-free pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
- In the same pot or a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
- Lower the heat and add the heavy cream to the skillet. Stir and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the cream mixture, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked gluten-free pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly in the garlic parmesan sauce. Allow it to heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, you can substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk.
Feel free to add cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables for an extra boost of protein and nutrients.
Make sure to check the labels on your ingredients to ensure they are certified gluten-free.