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May 13, 2025
This Alfredo Pasta Bake is a rich and cheesy comfort dish that comes together with just a few simple ingredients. A velvety Alfredo sauce made from butter, garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella coats perfectly cooked pasta, which is then baked until bubbly and golden on top. It's the perfect weeknight indulgence—creamy, satisfying, and incredibly easy to make.
10 Ingredients
MEDIUM
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
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In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and black pepper.
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Add Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Stir until melted and sauce is creamy.
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Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water. Mix until fully coated in the sauce.
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Transfer pasta to a baking dish. Top with more mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Bake for 15–20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly. Serve hot.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pasta Water Magic 💧Always reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, as it helps create a silkier, more emulsified Alfredo sauce that clings perfectly to the pasta.
- Garlic Bloom Technique 🧄Gently sauté minced garlic in butter over low heat until just fragrant, being careful not to brown it, to release maximum flavor without bitterness.
- Cheese Layering Trick 🧀Mix half the Parmesan and mozzarella into the sauce, then sprinkle the remaining cheese on top before baking for a perfect golden, crispy cheese crust.
- Cream Temperature Hack 🥛Let heavy cream come to room temperature before adding to the sauce to prevent curdling and ensure a smooth, consistent texture.
- Baking Dish Strategy 🥘Use a ceramic or cast-iron baking dish for more even heat distribution and a beautifully browned top, and preheat the dish for an extra crispy finish.
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