Poppy Seed Pasta Recipe

Delight your taste buds with this dreamy Poppy Seed Pasta! A quick and easy recipe perfect as a vibrant side dish or a satisfying meatless main course. Easily elevate it to a complete meal by adding leftover chicken or ham. This recipe is bursting with flavor and ready in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 633.5 kcal
Protein 32g
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Ingredients for Poppy Seed Pasta

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How to Make Poppy Seed Pasta

  1. Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and softened but not browned.
  4. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic butter. Toss to coat evenly.
  5. Stir in poppy seeds and salt. If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  6. (Optional) Add the cooked chicken or ham and stir to combine.
  7. Transfer pasta to a serving bowl.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

79g

Carbs

25g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Poppy Seed Pasta?

Poppy Seed Pasta takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Poppy Seed Pasta?

Poppy Seed Pasta has approximately 633.5 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 45 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Poppy Seed Pasta?

The key ingredients for Poppy Seed Pasta are Fettuccine, Butter, Garlic, Poppy Seeds, Salt, Fresh Parsley. See the full list with measurements above.

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