In a large pot of boiling salted water follow pasta instructions to cook. Any type of pasta will work.

While pasta is boiling, melt 7 tablespoons unsalted butter over lowest heat possible. Add cream and parmesan and continue to cook until parmesan has melted, do not overheat or boil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix with drained pasta. Sprinkle with extra parmesan and optional parsley.