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Cream Cheese Spaghetti

Indulge in creamy spaghetti coated with a luscious cheese sauce for a comforting and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz spaghetti Use your favorite type of spaghetti.
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for easy melting.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for better flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances the sauce's flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, optional Adds color and freshness.

Method
 

Cooking the Spaghetti
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Reduce the heat and add the softened cream cheese, stirring until it starts to melt.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and mix until smooth and creamy, adding reserved pasta water if necessary to adjust consistency.
  4. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss until coated in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Serving
  1. Plate your Cream Cheese Spaghetti, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired, and serve!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of milk or cream to maintain creaminess.