Lady Gaga Pasta
Lady Gaga Pasta is a bold, rebellious dish featuring a smoky, cheesy sauce tossed with al dente pasta. It combines rich cream, smoked paprika, and freshly grated Parmesan for a creamy, vibrant finish with a touch of chaos and flair. The final dish is indulgent, silky, and bursting with smoky, cheesy flavors, perfect for a fun, no-fuss dinner.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet or sauté pan
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Grater
Ingredients
- 400 g pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your choice) preferably al dente
- 3 tablespoons olive oil a generous splash to start
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika adds smoky sweetness
- 1 cup heavy cream for a luscious sauce
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs parsley or basil, chopped
- to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook your pasta until just al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside, saving a cup of pasta water.
- Heat a generous splash of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering and fragrant.
- Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds, until it sizzles and turns golden.
- Stir in the smoked paprika and cook for another 20 seconds, releasing a smoky aroma that fills your kitchen.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir constantly as it gently bubbles and thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Loosen the sauce with a bit of reserved pasta water if it gets too thick.
- Add the drained pasta directly into the sauce, tossing to coat every strand evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and add the chopped herbs. Toss once more to combine all flavors.
- Let the pasta rest for a minute to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to settle into a silky, smoky, cheesy perfection.
- Serve hot, enjoy the bold, rebellious flavors and the irresistible smoky aroma.