Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of 10-MINUTE CREAM CHEESE PASTA, a quick and delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights or cozy evenings at home. This creamy pasta recipe features luscious cream cheese combined with savory garlic and a hint of spice. It’s a budget-friendly option that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering meal in just ten minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb (225 grams) pasta (spaghetti, penne, fusilli)
- 3/4 cup (160 grams) cream cheese
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) grated parmesan
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) reserved pasta water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/4-1/2 tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve half a cup of starchy cooking water before draining.
- In a skillet over low heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in cream cheese and reserved pasta water until smooth, then add parmesan cheese.
- Gently toss in the drained pasta, combining everything well. Adjust consistency with more reserved water if needed.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg