Description
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful pasta dish with this Creamy Caesar Pasta recipe. The combination of Caesar dressing, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese creates a rich and satisfying sauce that coats every strand of pasta. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 ounces pasta (such as penne or rotini)
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (optional)
- Extra Parmesan and cracked pepper for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Reduce heat, add Caesar dressing and heavy cream, simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until creamy.
- Combine and serve: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with parsley, extra Parmesan, and cracked pepper.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or crispy bacon for extra protein.
- For a tangier flavor, add more lemon juice or a spoonful of Dijon mustard.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
