Keto Cheesy Baked Pasta
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of this Keto Cheesy Baked Pasta—a low-carb twist on a classic favorite. Made with hearts of palm pasta, this dish offers all the satisfaction of traditional baked pasta without the carbs, making it perfect for keto and gluten-free diets. The velvety sauce, crafted from heavy cream, Parmesan, and cream cheese, is infused with fragrant garlic and Italian seasoning, delivering a rich and savory bite in every forkful. Topped with gooey mozzarella cheese that bakes to golden perfection, this casserole-style dish becomes irresistibly bubbly and satisfying. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and ready to serve in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnished with fresh basil and optional crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, it's a decadent, keto-friendly comfort food you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Hearts of palm pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Drain and rinse the hearts of palm pasta in cold water. Set aside to dry.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low, then add the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and cream cheese to the skillet. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and ground black pepper. Combine well.
Add the hearts of palm pasta to the skillet, gently folding it into the sauce until well coated.
Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the pasta.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your keto-friendly cheesy baked pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.9 g | 286% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.6 g | 603% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 4845 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 107.7 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2801 mg | 215% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1250 mg | 27% | |
*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.
