Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of our 10-Minute Cream Cheese Pasta, the perfect solution for your busy weeknight dinners. This quick recipe combines simple ingredients into a luscious sauce that coats your favorite pasta shape beautifully. Whether you’re cooking for family or hosting a spontaneous gathering, this dish is sure to impress with its flavor-packed profile. With just ten minutes from pot to plate, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that’s both comforting and versatile. Feel free to customize with proteins, veggies, or herbs to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb pasta (spaghetti, penne, fusilli)
- 3/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chili flakes, fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water before draining.
- In a skillet over low heat, sauté garlic in olive oil for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in cream cheese and reserved pasta water until smooth, then mix in parmesan cheese.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; toss well to coat.
- Serve immediately with extra parmesan and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg