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Cream Cheese Pasta Sauce

Cream Cheese Pasta Sauce: Quick, Creamy Comfort in 20 Minutes

Cream Cheese Pasta Sauce is a quick, easy, and creamy recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting dish in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for better incorporation
  • 2 tbsp Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh minced garlic
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Omit if preferred
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Customize with your favorite herbs
For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Pasta Any variety works
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Can substitute with chopped green onions
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cream Cheese Pasta Sauce
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, around 8-12 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. In the same pot over low heat, add cream cheese and butter, cover for 1 minute to soften the cream cheese.
  3. Uncover and stir in garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning until combined.
  4. Gradually pour in 1/4 cup reserved pasta water while tossing the pasta to achieve a creamy consistency. Add more water if the sauce is too thick.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, stir in parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, reserve pasta water to achieve desired creamy consistency. Season generously and experiment with fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.

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