Description
Creamy Oven Baked Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich, velvety sauce with perfectly baked pasta. This delightful dish features tender noodles enveloped in a luxurious blend of heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and garlic, all baked to golden perfection. Ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests, it allows you to savor restaurant-quality flavors right at home. Customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp for an extra nutritional boost. With minimal prep and cooking time, Creamy Oven Baked Alfredo is sure to become a go-to meal that satisfies everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer; gradually whisk in parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the creamy sauce in a large bowl; transfer to the baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, include sautéed spinach or mushrooms. To enhance flavor, sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley or basil before serving. Leftovers can be reheated easily; add a splash of cream for extra moisture.