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10-Minute Cream Cheese Pasta

10-Minute Cream Cheese Pasta

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  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This 10-Minute Cream Cheese Pasta is the ultimate solution for those hectic weeknights when you crave comfort food but lack the time to cook. With its rich, creamy sauce made from cream cheese and parmesan, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. In just ten minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that will impress family or friends without breaking the bank. Feel free to customize it with your favorite pasta shape or add veggies and proteins to create a dish that’s uniquely yours. Perfect as a quick dinner option or for meal prep, this recipe promises to become a staple in your kitchen!


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 lb (225g) pasta (spaghetti, penne, fusilli)
  • 3/4 cup (160g) cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup (30g) grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) pasta cooking water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chili flakes, fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water before draining.
  2. In a skillet over low heat, warm olive oil and garlic for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Mix in cream cheese and reserved pasta water until smooth; then stir in parmesan cheese.
  4. Combine drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet, adding more water if necessary for desired consistency.
  5. Serve immediately with extra parmesan and garnishes.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg