Description

A luscious, creamy delight that transforms any pasta dish into a gourmet experience. This easy-to-make sauce combines the richness of cream cheese with the savory notes of garlic and Parmesan, creating a decadent coating that envelops your favorite noodles. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this sauce is versatile enough to enhance vegetables or proteins.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic (minced)
4 tbsp unsalted butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until bubbling. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute.
Reduce heat to low; add cubed cream cheese, stirring until melted.
Gradually whisk in heavy cream until smooth.
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted; season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring every noodle is coated.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup sauce (60g)
Calories: 310
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed mushrooms or spinach. To keep the sauce creamy when reheating, add a splash of milk if needed.