Source: Vefimov, AdobeStockTender pasta in a creamy sauce is sure to please all lovers of Italian cuisine. Moreover, it's very simple and quick to prepare. And it can always be varied and original, so we've gathered 15 excellent recipes for you!
1. Creamy Pasta with Walnuts
Source: postila.ruWalnuts are what give this dish its unique flavor.
You will need: 350g pasta, 300ml 20% cream, 2 cloves garlic, 30g butter, 1 onion, 60g hard cheese, 6 sprigs parsley, 100g walnuts, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Mince the onion and garlic, sauté them in butter until golden, add chopped parsley, cook for another couple of minutes, then pour in the cream. Add chopped walnuts, season, and simmer the sauce over low heat until it thickens. Mix the creamy sauce with the pasta and sprinkle with grated cheese.
2. Creamy Chicken Pasta
Source: mirtesen.ruIf you have time, let the chicken marinate longer for an even more tender result.
You will need: 200g chicken fillet, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 onion, 200ml cream, 200g pasta, 50g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Cut and marinate the chicken for 15 minutes in soy sauce and spices. Cook the pasta until al dente. Mince the onion and garlic, and sauté them together until translucent. Add the chicken and fry until browned. Pour in the cream, season, and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Add the pasta, mix, and sprinkle with grated cheese.
3. Creamy Bacon Pasta
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruThis results in a traditional Carbonara – the very one preferred by lovers of classics.
You will need: 200g spaghetti or pasta, 200g bacon, 150ml 20% cream, 1 egg yolk, 1 tsp Italian herbs, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Cook the spaghetti. Dice and fry the bacon in a little oil until golden. Pour in the cream, season, and simmer for 1 minute. Add the pasta to the sauce, mix, and heat for another 1 minute. Add the egg yolk and quickly mix the pasta before serving.
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4. Creamy Shrimp Pasta
Source: glamours.nameAny size shrimp will work, but they must be peeled.
You will need: 30g butter, 150g pasta, 120ml 33% cream, 20g Parmesan, 20g pesto sauce, 150g peeled shrimp, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Heat the butter, pour in the cream, season, and simmer for 5-7 minutes over low heat. Add grated Parmesan and pesto, and cook for another 3-5 minutes. Add the shrimp to the sauce and simmer until cooked through. Arrange the pasta on plates and pour the creamy sauce over it.
5. Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Source: za-edoy.ruIf you want a thicker sauce, mix the cream with a spoonful of flour.
You will need: 200g mushrooms, 1 onion, 200ml cream, 200g pasta, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Slice the onion and mushrooms, fry until the moisture evaporates, and season. Pour in the cream, simmer for a couple of minutes, then add the pre-cooked pasta. Mix, heat everything together for 1 minute, remove from heat, and sprinkle with herbs.
6. Creamy Spinach Pasta
Source: pinterest.comThe pasta becomes more refined if you replace regular cheese with blue cheese.
You will need: 250g pasta, 400g spinach, 250ml cream, 100g hard cheese, 1/2 onion, 250g mushrooms, spices, 40g butter.
Preparation: Mince the onion and mushrooms, and sauté them in butter until the moisture evaporates. Add the spinach, cook for another couple of minutes, then pour in the cream and season. Simmer the creamy sauce for a couple of minutes, add grated cheese, and simmer until it melts. Meanwhile, cook the pasta and mix it with the prepared sauce.
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7. Creamy Seafood Pasta
Source: dzen.ruA simple seafood mix and a few more ingredients, and the dish is as good as any restaurant's.
You will need: 200g pasta, 100g hard cheese, 300g seafood mix, 200ml cream, spices.
Preparation: Sauté the seafood for about 5 minutes, stirring. In parallel, cook the pasta. Pour the cream into the seafood, season, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add grated cheese and heat until it melts. Serve the sauce over the pasta.
8. Creamy Tomato Pasta
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruFor an even more Italian flavor, you can add a little chopped basil.
You will need: 500g pasta, 3 tomatoes, 150g mozzarella, 100ml cream, 2 cloves garlic, 50g butter, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Sauté minced garlic in butter, add chopped tomatoes, simmer for 3-5 minutes, then pour in the cream. Season and simmer for another 15 minutes over low heat. Pour the creamy sauce over the cooked pasta, sprinkle with grated mozzarella and chopped herbs.
9. Creamy Ground Meat Pasta
Source: vostorg.buzzGround meat or poultry mince – it's up to your preference.
You will need: 200g pasta, 250g ground meat, 1-2 onions, 1/2 cup cream, spices, 1/2 bunch herbs.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Mince and sauté the onion until translucent, add the ground meat and fry for 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour in the cream, season, bring to a boil, and simmer for 4-5 minutes over low heat. Mix the resulting sauce with the pasta and chopped herbs.
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10. Creamy Broccoli Pasta
Source: autogear.ruAnd to make it even more filling – add a little chicken fillet!
You will need: 150g pasta, 200g broccoli, 200g chicken fillet, 200ml heavy cream, 40g Parmesan, 2 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Cut the chicken, season, and fry over medium heat until browned. Add small broccoli florets and fry for another 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic, cream, and spices, simmer for another 3 minutes, and add grated Parmesan. Mix the sauce with the cooked pasta.
11. Creamy Salmon Pasta
Source: food.pibig.infoAny red fish fillet will work – it will still be delicious.
You will need: 120g salmon fillet, 200g pasta, 50g Parmesan, 5 tbsp cream, 30g butter, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, spices, parsley, thyme.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Mince and lightly sauté garlic with thyme in a mix of oils. Remove the thyme, add diced salmon, and fry for another couple of minutes, stirring. Pour in the cream, season, bring to a boil, and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Add the pasta, chopped parsley, and grated Parmesan, and mix everything together.
12. Creamy Zucchini Pasta
Source: postila.ruOne of the best creamy pasta options, and very affordable at the same time.
You will need: 150g pasta, 300g zucchini, 1 clove garlic, 30g Parmesan, 100ml cream, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta according to package directions. Roughly chop and sauté zucchini for 3-5 minutes with minced garlic. Pour in the cream, bring the sauce to a boil, and season. Add grated Parmesan and pasta, and mix everything.
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13. Creamy Tuna Pasta
Source: food.pibig.infoFor this recipe, choose canned tuna in its own juice.
You will need: 180g canned tuna, 1 onion, 250ml cream, 250g pasta, 2 cloves garlic, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Mince the onion and garlic, and sauté them until golden. Add the tuna, mix, and cook for another couple of minutes. Meanwhile, cook the pasta until al dente. Add cream, spices, and herbs to the tuna. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, mix the sauce with the pasta, and heat the dish for another 1 minute.
14. Creamy Pesto Pasta
Source: vostorg.buzzThe simplest creamy sauce transforms before your eyes with just a little pesto.
You will need: 400g pasta, 100g Parmesan, 200ml heavy cream, 2-3 tbsp pesto sauce.
Preparation: Heat the cream in a saucepan, season, add pesto, and simmer for a couple of minutes. Mix the cooked pasta with this sauce and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
15. Creamy Chanterelle Pasta
Source: pinterest.comIf using fresh chanterelles, parboil them for 15 minutes first.
You will need: 200g chanterelles, 1 onion, 200ml cream, 200g pasta, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta according to package directions. Roughly chop the onion and chanterelles, and sauté them until the moisture evaporates. Pour in the cream, season, and bring to a boil. Add the pasta to the prepared sauce, mix, and remove from heat.