Description
Indulge in a bowl of Creamy Basil & Calabrian Chili Cavatelli, where rich, velvety sauce meets the spicy warmth of Calabrian chili and the freshness of basil. This dish offers a perfect blend of comfort and sophistication, making it ideal for casual dinners or special occasions. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, it’s sure to impress anyone gathered at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cavatelli pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp Calabrian chili paste
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cavatelli and cook until al dente (about 3-4 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the heavy cream and warm gently without boiling.
- Stir in Calabrian chili paste and chopped basil; cook for about 2 minutes.
- Add cooked cavatelli to the sauce, tossing gently to coat well.
- Off heat, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan, stirring until melted. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 270g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg