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Cream Cheese Pasta

A quick and easy 20 minute dinner made with just a handful of ingredients. This rich, cheesy pasta is sure to become a family favorite!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 530 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon salt divided
  • 16 ounces spaghetti pasta
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature (cut into small bricks)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

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  1. Boil 6 cups of water with 2 teaspoons of salt over high heat in a large pot then add the pasta and cook for the amount of time indicated on the package it came in.
  2. Set aside 1 cup of the pasta water then drain the pasta and set aside.
  3. Heat a large pan with the butter and oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
  5. Add the remaining salt and pepper and stir to combine.
  6. Pour the reserved pasta water into the pan and bring it to a simmer then add the cream cheese and stir until melted.
  7. Add the parmesan cheese and stir again until melted.
  8. Add the pasta and toss and stir until well incorporated then serve with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 530kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 58g (19%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 67mg (22%) Sodium 1489mg (62%) Potassium 233mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 807IU (16%) Calcium 155mg (16%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 530

% Daily Value*

Calories 530kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 58g 19%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 67mg 22%
Sodium 1489mg 62%
Potassium 233mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 807IU 16%
Calcium 155mg 16%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.