Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or linguine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz salmon fillet, cooked and flaked
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Fold in the flaked salmon and cooked pasta, mixing until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Consider adding spinach or cherry tomatoes for freshness. Play with different proteins like chicken or shrimp, and use light cream for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 50mg