Rich pasta with mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar, blended into a smooth creamy sauce.
# Ingredient List:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz dried spaghetti
02 - 1 tbsp salt (for pasta water)
→ Dairy
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
04 - 3/4 cup plus 1 tbsp whole milk
05 - 1/3 cup plus 1 tbsp heavy cream
06 - 3/4 cup grated mozzarella
07 - 2/3 cup grated Parmesan
08 - 2/3 cup grated cheddar
→ Seasonings
09 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
10 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
12 - Salt, to taste
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain the pasta.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant without browning.
03 - Stir in whole milk and heavy cream; bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
04 - Gradually add mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar cheeses, stirring constantly until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
05 - Season with black pepper, nutmeg if using, and salt to taste.
06 - Add drained spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as necessary to achieve a creamy texture.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
