QUICK AND EASY CREAM SAUCE

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The title says it all. This is a base sauce that you can elaborate on in many different ways. You could add tomatoes, onions, prosciutto, etc. This time around I had some leftover pasta, and I wanted something fast. If you have time, it's nice to add chicken or shrimp. I have made this with shrimp before, and it was delicious. I will include that recipe after the sauce recipe.

Provided by ArtofAimee

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups whipping cream
1/4 cup fresh basil, minced or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • You can use a pan or a pot. I used a pot this time, but whenever I do shrimp or chicken I use a pan.
  • Add cream.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add basil, cheese, pepper and pepper flakes.
  • Pour sauce into a bowl; add pasta and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.7, Fat 45.9, SaturatedFat 28.5, Cholesterol 168.5, Sodium 141.3, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 5.1

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