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
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 46 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 24
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 14
- Performance
- 30
- General Wellness
- 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 65%
- Protein 16.63 g Good Source 33%
- Carbohydrate 90.76 g 33%
- Total Fat 86.27 g High 111%
- Saturated Fat 52.57 g High 263%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 244.7 mg High 82%
- Sodium 386.99 mg Moderate 17%
- Dietary Fiber 2.74 g Low Source 10%
- Total Sugars 2.08 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 395.41 mg Good Source 30%
- Iron 2.24 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 222.93 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 31.24 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 2.13 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One is made with 8 ingredients and serves 1. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Angel Hair Pasta, Butter, Fresh Basil, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 1303.15 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One made of?
- The main ingredients are Angel Hair Pasta, Butter, Fresh Basil, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Heavy Cream. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1303.15 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One healthy?
- Quick Angel Hair with Basil Cream for One has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 1303.15 calories and 16.63 g of protein, or 33% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 386.99 mg (17% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 52.57 g (263% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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