Keto Penne Pasta with Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Keto Penne Pasta with Cheese Sauce, a low-carb twist on the classic comfort food. This recipe features tender keto-friendly pasta coated in a luxurious blend of heavy cream, cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and nutty Parmesan. Infused with a subtle kick of garlic powder and garnished with fresh parsley, this dish offers rich, cheesy flavors in every bite without compromising your ketogenic lifestyle. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect quick and satisfying meal for busy weeknights or cozy evenings. Enjoy a guilt-free, keto-friendly indulgence that’s sure to please your taste buds and keep you on track with your diet goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Keto penne pasta
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 60 grams Cream cheese
- 120 grams Cheddar cheese, grated
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the keto penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions, typically about 10-12 minutes, until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
Once the butter is melted, add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the cream cheese until it is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Gradually add the grated cheddar and Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Season the sauce with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Add the drained keto penne pasta to the cheese sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Continue to heat for 2-3 minutes until the pasta is warmed through.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy this comforting, low-carb dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.5 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.7 g | 143% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 919 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 420 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 293 mg | 6% | |
*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.
