Description
Cream Cheese Spaghetti is a creamy and delicious pasta dish that combines the richness of cream cheese with the flavors of sautéed onions, garlic, and crushed tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 🍝 Spaghetti noodles
- 🧅 Onion, finely chopped
- 🍅 Crushed tomatoes
- 🧄 Garlic cloves, minced
- 🌿 Italian seasoning
- 🧂 Salt & pepper
- 🧀 Cream cheese
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti until al dente, drain and set aside.
- In a pan, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper—simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Toss pasta with sauce, serve warm with extra herbs.
Notes
- ✨ Variations: Add spinach or mushrooms for a vegetarian boost.
- 🌟 Optional Toppings: Fresh basil, shredded mozzarella, or red pepper flakes for a kick.
- 👩🍳 Kitchen Tip: Soften cream cheese at room temp before adding—it melts faster and smoother.
- 🧊 Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk to keep it creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420