Best 7 15 Minute Parmesan Pasta Recipes

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Craving a quick and delectable pasta dish? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to the ultimate 15-minute parmesan pasta. This culinary masterpiece strikes a perfect balance between simplicity and flavor, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. With just a handful of pantry staples and a bit of culinary magic, you'll transform ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal that will tantalize taste buds and leave you craving more. Join us on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this irresistible pasta dish, turning everyday ingredients into a gourmet experience in just 15 minutes.

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15-MINUTE PARMESAN PASTA



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The secret to this quick pasta dish's success? A double hit of garlic, and a triple hit of cheese, including Parmesan, Romano and Asiago.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield Makes 4 servings, about 1 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 lb. pasta, uncooked
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in small skillet on medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until tender but not browned.
  • Drain pasta; return to pan. Add garlic and cheese; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g

KITTENCAL'S 15 MINUTE PARMESAN PASTA



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This takes minutes to throw together, I have made this many times on a busy day it's very good for a quick easy meal --- feel free to add in some cooked chicken, shrimp or your favorite veggie to make it a more complete meal --- I have left the chili flakes as optional if you like some heat add them in with the garlic and adjust to suit your heat level., all amounts may be adjusted to taste.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     High In...

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cooked pasta (use your choice of pasta)
1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or adjust to heat level)
1/4 cup olive oil (or use 2 tablespoons each butter and olive oil)
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper (lot's of black pepper!)

Steps:

  • Place the cooked pasta in a bowl; keep warm (do not rinse pasta).
  • In a small skillet saute the garlic in olive oil until golden and tender (try not to burn the garlic) then pour the oil with the garlic over the cooked pasta.
  • Season with salt and lots of black pepper.
  • Add in the Parmesan cheese; toss to coat then serve immediately.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.2, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 22, Sodium 383, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 0.3, Protein 11.3

15-MINUTE PARMESAN PASTA



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You can use any type of pasta you would like for this recipe. It can be a main dish or it also makes a nice side dish. Recipe is from Kraft.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces pasta, uncooked
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, cook and stir garlic in butter in large saucepan on medium heat until tender but not browned.
  • Add drained pasta to saucepan, mix lightly.
  • Sprinkle with cheese; toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.2, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 41.5, Sodium 275.8, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 12.4

PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE BURST CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE



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Juicy sweet cherry tomatoes burst open in warm olive oil, creating a luxuriously silky sauce that comes together in minutes.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Basil     Healthy     Small Plates

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound pasta
Kosher salt
1/2 cup olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 pints cherry tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of sugar
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
Freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a 12" skillet or wide heavy saucepan over medium-high. Add garlic, then tomatoes, pepper, sugar, and 1 tsp. salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes burst and release their juices to form a sauce, 6-8 minutes.
  • Toss pasta with tomato sauce and basil. Top with Parmesan.

15 MINUTE PARMESAN PASTA WITH CHICKEN & BROCCOLI



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Pasta, broccoli, garlic and chicken. Oh, and Parmesan. That's pretty much all you need for this simple, elegant 20-minute dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings, 2-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 oz. pasta, uncooked
3 cups fresh broccoli florets or 1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen broccoli florets
1 clove garlic, minced or 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
3 Tbsp. butter, margarine or olive oil
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package in large saucepan, adding broccoli during last 5 minutes of cooking time; drain.
  • Cook and stir garlic and chicken breast strips in butter in same saucepan on medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until garlic is tender but not brown and chicken is heated through.
  • Add pasta and broccoli; toss lightly. Sprinkle with cheese; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 610 mg, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 22 g

PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE MEAT SAUCE



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This rich 15-minute ragù turns pasta or polenta into a quick hearty dinner any night of the week.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Pasta     Pork     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Ground Beef     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound pasta
Kosher salt
1 medium onion, peeled, quartered
1 celery stalk, quartered
1 small carrot, peeled, quartered
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound ground beef or vegetarian substitute such as Lightlife Plant-Based Ground
1/2 pound ground pork or vegetarian substitute such as Lightlife Plant-Based Italian Sausage
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
Freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, process onion, celery, carrot, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high. Add chopped vegetables, beef, and pork and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until meat is beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, oregano, 3/4 tsp. salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 1 minute. Add wine and cook, stirring constantly, until reduced by half, about 1 minute more. Stir in tomato sauce, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, about 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, then stir in butter. Toss meat sauce with pasta, top with Parmesan, and season with pepper.
  • Do Ahead
  • Let sauce cool, then chill in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

COPYCAT PASTA DA VINCI



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I fell in love with this dish at the restaurant and experimented until I could duplicate it at home. What's so nice is that the sauce can be made ahead and be refrigerated or frozen. Now you can have a delicious copycat Cheesecake Factory pasta da Vinci on a weeknight. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 large red onion, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cups dry white wine
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup half-and-half cream, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook onion in oil over medium heat until softened, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic, cook 1 minute longer. Stir in chicken and mushrooms. Cook, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove mixture; set aside. , To the same skillet, add wine and broth; bring mixture to a simmer. Cook until liquid is reduced by half, 15-20 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add cream cheese and butter, whisking until melted. Whisk in cream, salt and pepper. Add chicken mixture to pan; heat through on low. Toss with pasta and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Top with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and if desired, parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634 calories, Fat 31g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or half and half instead.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little spice.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
  • Serve immediately with a side of garlic bread or salad.

Conclusion:

This 15-minute Parmesan pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it's so delicious that you'll want to make it again and again. So next time you're short on time, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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