Ingredients

  • 1 lb pasta (spirals, spaghetti, shells, or linguine)
  • 13 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 13 cup cream (or more)
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • salt
  • pepper, to taste
  • 12-1 teaspoon garlic powder or 12-1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
  • minced fresh parsley
  • minced fresh basil
  • 1 dash lemon juice
  • 14 cup grated mozzarella cheese (I leave this out)
  • dry chili flakes, to taste

Method

  • Prepare the pasta and drain.
  • Place pasta in a large bowl.
  • Toss with the ingredients and additional add-ins.
  • Serve hot or cold.
  • Optional add-ins to taste:.
  • Black or green olives.
  • Grilled chicken or chicken chunks.
  • Cooked shrimp.
  • Green beans.
  • Fresh spinach.
  • Chunks of fresh garden tomatoes, peas, and peppers (for more of a primavera style).