Fusilli and Cream Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of Fusilli and Cream Cheese Sauce, a quick and easy pasta dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. This recipe features tender fusilli pasta coated in a velvety sauce made from cream cheese, butter, and a touch of milk, infused with the irresistible aroma of sautéed garlic. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a nutty depth of flavor, while freshly chopped parsley offers a burst of freshness to finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one-pot wonder delivers rich, cheesy satisfaction with minimal effort. Whether you're cooking for the family or treating yourself, this creamy pasta dish is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g Fusilli pasta
- 150 g Cream cheese
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 120 ml Milk
- 50 g Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente (approximately 10-12 minutes). Drain the pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water, and set it aside.
While the pasta is cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese to the skillet. Stir constantly until the cream cheese becomes smooth and begins to melt.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously, to create a smooth and creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more milk or some of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and ground black pepper. Continue stirring until the Parmesan cheese has fully melted and the sauce is rich and creamy.
Add the cooked fusilli pasta to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat each piece evenly with the sauce. Allow it to cook for 1-2 minutes to ensure the pasta is heated through.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed with additional salt or pepper.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2055 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.1 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.5 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 3364 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.5 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 66.2 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 830 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 889 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
