Advanced Practice Herb-Infused Pasta
Creamy fettuccine with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan, embodying the precision and balance of advanced care. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 30 minutes pairs fettuccine pasta, butter, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz fettuccine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp butter and 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 4: Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with 2 tbsp reserved pasta water, tossing vigorously for 1 minute until the sauce glistens and coats every strand. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Advanced Practice Herb-Infused Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Advanced Practice Herb-Infused Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fettuccine pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Advanced Practice Herb-Infused Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Advanced Practice Herb-Infused Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Advanced Practice Herb-Infused Pasta?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to pasta dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 20-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
