Description
Indulge in a heavenly plate of Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti with Cream Cheese. This creamy pasta dish is a delightful combination of rich, garlicky flavors and velvety textures that make it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that caters to the whole family’s taste buds. With minimal ingredients like spaghetti, cream cheese, and Parmesan, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also versatile enough to be paired with grilled chicken or veggies. Customize it to your liking by adding your favorite proteins or vegetables. Get ready to impress everyone at the table with this deliciously cheesy creation!
Ingredients
- 300 g spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti until al dente.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and cubed cream cheese; whisk until smooth.
- Mix in Parmesan and seasonings; blend well.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the skillet, coating it with the sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust creaminess by varying amounts of cream cheese or heavy cream. Add grilled chicken or sautéed veggies for extra protein and nutrition.