Creamy Cafeteria Noodles
A comforting and creamy noodle dish reminiscent of childhood, made with simple ingredients for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz Egg noodles The star of this show! Their slightly chewiness holds the creamy sauce wonderfully.
- 1 cup Heavy cream Adds luxurious creaminess. Alternatively, you could use half-and-half, but it may lose some richness.
- 2 tablespoons Butter Because butter makes everything better. Don’t skimp on this!
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese This sharp cheese contributes a savory depth. Use freshly grated if possible.
- to taste Salt and pepper Enhances the flavors. Start small; you can always add more.
- optional Chopped parsley for garnish A sprinkle of green adds vibrancy and is a nice color contrast.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked noodles to the cream sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
To truly nail this dish, don’t skip salting the pasta water, use block Parmesan instead of pre-grated, and gently simmer the cream to avoid curdling.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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