Creamy Corn Pasta with Basil Oil
Creamy Corn Pasta with Basil Oil is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of fresh corn with the richness of heavy cream and aromatic basil oil. Every bite offers a burst of summer flavors, perfect for any occasion—from casual dinners to festive gatherings. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup basil oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add corn and cook until softened.
- Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, seasoning generously with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle with basil oil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken or shrimp. To boost nutrition, incorporate sautéed spinach or zucchini. For a vegan option, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and use nutritional yeast instead of cheese.