Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One
Delicate angel hair is tossed in a lush basil-Parmesan sauce with buttery notes, mellow sweet onion, and a gentle hint of garlic. The basil brightens the rich cream, creating a balanced, comforting bowl ideal for a solo dinner when you want something fast yet indulgent. Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One is perfect for weeknights or a cozy late-night treat.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves1
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly firm. When finished, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander in the sink. Keep it warm.
- 2
While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion and cook for 3 minutes, then add the garlic and continue cooking until the onion softens and turns translucent, 1 to 2 minutes more.
- 3
Pour in the heavy cream, then stir in the Parmesan cheese, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 2 minutes. Thin with the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick for your taste. Pour the sauce over the angel hair pasta to serve.
- Calories 1303.15 kcal High
- Protein 16.63 g Good Source
- Carbs 90.76 g Moderate
- Total Fat 86.27 g High
- Saturated Fat 52.57 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 244.7 mg High
- Sodium 386.99 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.74 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.08 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 399.79 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.24 mg Moderate
- Potassium 222.93 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 31.24 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 2.13 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
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- Onions 🧅