Description
A deliciously creamy garlic pasta that is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 cup reserved pasta water
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 12 oz of pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add 8 oz of cream cheese (cut into chunks) and stir until smooth. Slowly pour in 3/4 cup of reserved pasta water, whisking until creamy.
- Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat. If needed, add more pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and more Parmesan, if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add more garlic or use roasted garlic.
- This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, garlic pasta, easy pasta recipe