Cream Cheese Pasta Sauce
A quick and creamy pasta sauce made with cream cheese, perfect for a fast and satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Colander
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta any type
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 tablespoon butter softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional, to taste
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, cut cream cheese into smaller pieces for quicker melting. Microwave briefly if needed until soft.
- Return drained pasta to the pot. Add softened cream cheese and butter, cover for about a minute to let it melt.
- Remove the lid and stir in garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and parsley. Mix well.
- Gradually add reserved pasta water, about 1/4 cup at a time, stirring until you achieve a creamy consistency. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- If desired, add grated Parmesan cheese for extra richness. Serve immediately.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of milk or water if needed.