Best Creamy Parmesan Pasta Recipes

CREAMY PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS, PARMESAN, AND CRISPY PROSCIUTTO

Steps:

• Bring 4 qts water to boil in largepot.(in the meantime) Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over med heat until just smoking. Cook prosciutto until lightly browned and crisp, (5 min) Transfer to paper towel lined plate to reduce fat. Add garlic to pan and cook 30 sec. Stir in cream and lemon juice and simmer until thickened, 3-5 minute.
• Add 1 tbsp salt and pasta to boiling water until just eginning to soften, 8 minute Add asparagus to pot and cook until tender and pasta become al dente (4 min).
• Reserve 1 c cooking water and drain pasta and asparagus, return to pot.
• Add sauce, 1/2 c reserved water, cheese, and basil to pot, toss to combine, add remaining water as needed.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Sprinkle with crunchy prosciutto.
• Serve. Delicious with crusty warm bread.

CREAMY PARMESAN PASTA

Steps:

• Cook pasta in a stock pot according to package directions.
• In a saucepan melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add in minced garlic and flour. Cook and whisk until it's combined and starts to thicken.
• Add in cream, chicken broth, salt and pepper.
• Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens up. Reduce the heat to low and stir constantly as it thickens.
• Remove pan from heat and add in the Parmesan cheese and parsley. The cheese will begin to melt, so stir until all combined well.
• Drain the cooked pasta. Add the cheese mixture to the hot pasta.
• Stir until mixed together well.
• Sprinkle with additional cheese and parsley for serving.

CREAMY PARMESAN BAKED PASTA

Steps:

• For the topping: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Mix together the panko, Parmesan and olive oil in a small bowl. Season with the salt and set aside.
• For the pasta: Cook the pasta in boiling salted water for 4 minutes, then reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain. Set aside.
• Place a medium braiser over medium heat. Melt the butter and whisk in the flour until smooth. Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, then add the cream, whisking. Bring the milk mixture to a simmer, whisking often. Whisk in the provolone and Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season with the salt. Fold in the blanched pasta, reserved pasta water and the broccoli florets. Top with the breadcrumb mixture and bake in the top third of the oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 20 minutes.

CREAMY PARMESAN BAKED PASTA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter; set aside.
• Bring a pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Cook the pasta according to the package directions for al dente. Drain, transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
• Meanwhile, mix together the panko, oil, 1 cup of the Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl; set aside.
• Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy, about 8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pancetta to the bowl with the breadcrumb mixture and stir to combine.
• Heat the saucepan with the drippings over medium-high heat. Whisk in the flour and cook until smooth, about 2 minutes. Slowly add the milk and cream, whisking to avoid lumps, and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat and whisk in the peas, remaining 2 cups Parmesan, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
• Pour the sauce over the pasta and stir to combine. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the breadcrumb mixture. Bake until golden and bubbly, about 10 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with additional Parmesan before serving.

CREAMY PARMESAN STEAK PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot; brush the grates with the oil. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk together the mayonnaise, Parmesan, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large mixing bowl.
• Season the steak generously with salt and pepper. Grill the steak, turning once, 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch slices.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the mixing bowl.
• Add the steak, carrots, celery and onion to the mixing bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve sprinkled with more Parmesan and black pepper.

CREAMY PARMESAN PASTA SALAD WITH WHITE BEANS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk together the mayonnaise, Parmesan, sour cream, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the cannellini beans, sun-dried tomatoes and celery to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

CRISPY PARMESAN CHICKEN WITH CREAMY LEMON GARLIC PASTA RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Steps:

• In a large skillet over medium heat melt 2 Tablespoons butter. To make the chicken: Melt remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, and flour. Dip the chicken in the butter and then coat in the bread crumb mixture and place in skillet. Cook on each side for about 3-4 minutes until the outside is crispy and the chicken is cooked throughout. (It shouldn't take too long because the chicken should be thin). Meanwhile cook the pasta according to package directions and drain. In a medium sized skillet add the heavy whipping cream, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Whisk together and cook over medium high heat until it starts to thicken. Remove from heat and add the pasta to coat in the sauce. Serve the chicken with the pasta and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

CREAMY PARMESAN PASTA WITH VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Saute vegetables in large frying pan for 5 minutes.
• Add broth.
• Cook 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender- crisp.
• Combine sour cream, dip, parmesan cheese, parsley and tarragon.
• Add to vegetable mixtures.
• Heat through.
• Toss with hot cooked pasta.

CREAMY PANCETTA PASTA WITH MUSHROOMS AND PARMESAN

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to the boil and cook the pappardelle according to the package directions.
• While the pasta is cooking, put a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the pancetta until it starts to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then add the cream. When the cream is hot, add the Parmesan and stir.
• Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet. Stir well and season with some pepper. I find it does not usually need salt because of the salty pancetta and Parmesan. Serve immediately. I like to serve it with an arugula salad.

CREAMY PARMESAN & GARLIC PASTA

Steps:

• 1. In a pot, bring the olive oil to medium-low heat. Add the garlic and stir, allowing it to cook for 1-2 minutes. Mix in the butter until melted. Add the salt, pepper and chicken stock. Raise the heat to high and let it come to a boil.
• 2. Once it is at a rolling boil, add the pasta and cook for as long as the box's directions say. You want it aldente'. I always do the shorter time. Reduce the stove to medium heat and mix in the parmesan until completely melted. Turn off the heat and stir in the cream and parsley. Sprinkle with some parmesan and serve immediately. ( I heat the cream a little in the micro before adding, but do not boil)
• 3. You can add so many foods to this. I just like it plain and simple as always.

CREAMY TOMATO & PARMESAN PASTA

Steps:

• 1. Cook fettucine as directed
• 2. Crush and chop garlic clove finely.
• 3. Heat oil in a frying pan on medium-high, add garlic and bacon and cook until they start to brown.
• 4. Add tin of tomatoes to the frying pan and stir.
• 5. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes.
• 6. Reduce to low heat and add cream.
• 7. Stir until cream is fully mixed inches.
• 8. Stir parmesan cheeses into the sauce.
• 9. Add fettucine and stir until heated through and covered with sauce.
• 10. Serve, sprinkling a little parmesan cheese over the top of each serve if you wish.

CREAMY PARMESAN PANCETTA PASTA

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to directions and drain.
• Meanwhile, saute pancetta and garlic in olive oil over medium heat.
• Reduce heat and add cream and sage.
• Stir and pour sauce over linguini and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

PASTA AND SMOKED MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH ROASTED PEPPERS, SPINACH AND CREAMY PARMESAN DRESSING

Steps:

• 1. Whiz the egg in a food processor or whisk by hand until light-colored, gradually add the oils so that the mixture emulsifies, and then add the rest of the ingredients. 2. Cook the penne until al dente. Refresh under cold water and drain well. Toss with the olive oil to prevent sticking. 3. Wash the spinach well, put it in a large skillet, and heat, while stirring, until it has just wilted (should not take more than a minute). Refresh under cold water, squeeze dry and coarsely chop. 4. Combine the penne with the spinach, the peppers, mozzarella and the dressing. Serve on greens.

CREAMY SUMMER PASTA SALAD WITH BELGIOIOSO SHAVED PARMESAN

Steps:

• Cook pasta in salted water according to the package instructions.
• While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a 12-14 inch skillet or saute pan. Add onions and saute until soft and glassy, but not brown. Add garlic and cook for a minute stirring constantly. Add kale and cook until it is soft but still bright green and textured, about 2 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes and zucchini, season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
• Drain pasta into a large bowl, add Mascarpone and rosemary, stir well. Stir in the kale-tomato mixture. Top with almonds and shaved BelGioioso Parmesan cheese.

PARMESAN PASTA WITH CREAMY GARLIC & WALNUT SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
• Meanwhile, process remaining ingredients in food processor until blended.
• Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Add nut mixture; toss to coat.

CREAMY CARAMELIZED ONION AND PARMESAN PASTA

Steps:

• Heat a glug of olive oil in a large saucepan or skiller with the butter. Add the onion and cook over a low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, really golden and sticky. This will take about 30 minutes. Don't be tempted to rush the onion slices by increasing the heat otherwise they will burn and taste bitter rather than have a 'melt in the mouth' sweet flavour.
• Meanwhile, cook the pasta until al dente.
• Lightly toast the pine nuts in a dry frying pan and set aside.
• Increase the heat under the onion and stir in a good splash of Madeira, Marsala or sherry. Leave to almost evaporate, and then stir in the cream, mustard, parsley and pine nuts. Gently simmer for a couple of minutes, stir in the Parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
• Drain the pasta, reserving a couple of tablespoons of the cooking water. Mix well with the sauce and eat straight away in warmed bowls.
• Note: Try and use good quality egg pasta because it is lighter in texture than basic dried pasta.

CRISPY PARMESAN CHICKEN WITH CREAMY CAULIFLOWER PASTA

Steps:

• Cook frozen cauliflower as directed on package. Place cooked cauliflower in food processor. Cover; process until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl as necessary. Set aside.
• In 2-quart heavy saucepan, stir hot water, 1 1/2 cups milk, 2 tablespoons of the butter, and the sauce mix and uncooked pasta (from Chicken Helper box). Heat just to boiling, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Add cauliflower and frozen peas to pasta. Cook 2 minutes longer. Keep warm.
• Cut each chicken breast into 3 to 5 slices, holding knife at an angle. (Slices should be about 1/2 inch thick.) Place chicken in medium bowl or food-storage plastic bag. Pour 1 tablespoon milk over chicken to moisten. Add seasoned crumbs (from Chicken Helper box); coat chicken with crumbs.
• In 10- or 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the oil over medium heat until butter is melted. Carefully add chicken; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown on bottom. Reduce heat to medium-low. Turn chicken; cook 4 to 6 minutes longer or until golden brown and no longer pink in center. Serve with pasta.

CREAMY PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS, PARMESAN, AND CRISPY PROSCIUTTO

Steps:

• Bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until just smoking. Cook prosciutto until lightly browned and crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate. Add garlic to pan and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in cream and lemon juice and simmer until slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Add 1 tablespoon salt and pasta to boiling water and cook until just beginning to soften, about 8 minutes. Add asparagus to pot and cook until bright green and tender and pasta is al dente, about 4 minutes. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, drain pasta and asparagus, and return to pot. Add sauce, 1/2 cup reserved cooking water, cheese, and basil to pot and toss to combine, adding remaining cooking water as needed. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle portions with crispy prosciutto. Serve.

EASY CREAMY PASTA PARMESAN

Steps:

• Set aside the flavor packet and boil the noodles according the instructions on the packet (usually 3 minutes).
• Drain and set aside.
• Stir together the milk and flour and then cook them on med-high in the same pot you just used to cook the noodles.
• Add the flavor packet and cracked pepper, stirring constantly.
• The sauce will thicken nicely within a few minutes.
• Add the sour cream, still stirring.
• Mix the cooked noodles back in and pour the noodles and sauce into a serving dish and Presto!
• --You have a creamy, tasty and satisfying meal that can be served as is or can be dressed up as a side dish or with veggies of your choice added into it, or with baked chicken etc.
• placed on top of it and served as an entree.

CREAMY PARMESAN PASTA WITH " FOWL BALLS" (HA HA!)

Steps:

• For meatballs:.
• Combine first 8 ingredients in a bowl. Shape mixture into balls.
• Place a large non-stick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat until hot.
• Add meatballs, browning on all sides.
• Remove meatballs from pan.
• Add wine and green onions to pan, scraping pan to loosen any brown bits: cook 2 minutes.
• Add cream, cheese, and water: reduce heat to medium and cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Add pasta, and cook 1 minute, tossing to coat.
• Place pasta on each of 4 plates and top with meatballs.
• Dig in!