Cream Cheese Spaghetti
Cream Cheese Spaghetti is a delightful fusion of creamy cheese and comforting pasta that transforms any meal into an unforgettable culinary experience. Each strand of spaghetti is luxuriously coated in a velvety cream cheese sauce, elevated by the aromatic touch of fresh herbs and garlic. This dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, promising to warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Lower the heat, add cream cheese, stirring until melted. Gradually mix in Parmesan until smooth.
- Toss cooked spaghetti with the cream cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper, adding red pepper flakes or herbs if desired. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 75mg