Mafaldine Pasta Recipe
Learn to make the perfect mafaldine pasta recipe with step-by-step instructions, tips, and pairing suggestions for a delicious Italian meal.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 12 oz mafaldine pasta
- 4 cups water for boiling pasta
- 1 tsp salt for seasoning pasta water
Creamy Alfredo Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ½ tsp black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add mafaldine pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir continuously to prevent scorching.
- Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with black pepper.
- Add the cooked mafaldine pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
✅ For added protein, mix in grilled chicken or shrimp.
✅ Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
✅ Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.
✅ Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
✅ Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.