Name: Creamy Salmon Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or similar) (about 225 g); 2 tablespoons olive oil (about 30 ml); 1 pound salmon fillets, skinless and cut into ~1-inch pieces (about 450 g); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml); 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred) (about 100 g); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Fresh dill or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Description

A rich and silky pasta dish featuring tender salmon in a luxurious cream and Parmesan sauce, topped with fresh herbs.

Ingredients

8 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or similar) (about 225 g)
2 tablespoons olive oil (about 30 ml)
1 pound salmon fillets, skinless and cut into ~1-inch pieces (about 450 g)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred) (about 100 g)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh dill or parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package directions. Before draining, scoop out and reserve 1/4 cup of the hot pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Pat the salmon dry and add it in a single layer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are opaque and just cooked through—about 5–6 minutes.
Push the salmon to one side of the pan. Add the minced garlic to the empty space and sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan until it melts and the sauce becomes smooth and silky. If the sauce seems too thick, loosen it with a tablespoon of the reserved pasta water.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat. Heat for 1–2 minutes until everything is warmed through. Add more reserved pasta water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh dill or parsley.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream or increase the amount of reserved pasta water. Freshly grated Parmesan is preferred for a creamy texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian