09/04/2026
1. Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta
Ingredients:
12 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
2 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and chicken broth, then simmer for 3–4 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and Italian seasoning until smooth. Add the pasta and toss until well coated. Garnish with parsley and serve.
2. Cajun Chicken Pasta
Ingredients:
12 oz penne pasta
2 chicken breasts, sliced
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red bell pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt & pepper to taste
Green onions, for garnish
Instructions:
Season chicken with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside. Sauté bell pepper and garlic for 2–3 minutes. Add cream and chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan until smooth. Add cooked pasta and chicken, toss to coat, and heat through. Garnish with green onions and serve.
3. Tuscan Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients:
12 oz fettuccine pasta
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions:
Cook pasta according to package directions. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side, then remove. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Add pasta and shrimp, toss until coated, garnish with basil, and serve.
4. Creamy Beef Pasta
Ingredients:
12 oz penne pasta
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat. Add garlic and tomato paste and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add mozzarella and Parmesan until melted. Toss in the cooked pasta and heat until creamy. Garnish with parsley and serve.
5. Baked Cream Cheese Pasta
Ingredients:
12 oz penne pasta
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup sour cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain. Mix cream cheese, heavy cream, sour cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth. Stir in cooked pasta and half of the mozzarella. Transfer to a baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and golden. Garnish with parsley and serve.
6. One-Pot Million Dollar Pasta
Ingredients:
12 oz pasta (rotini)
1 lb ground beef or chicken
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 green onions, sliced
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a large pot, cook ground meat with onion until browned. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Add pasta, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in cheddar, Parmesan, and bacon until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with green onions and serve.