Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add cream cheese and stir until melted and combined.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and stir well.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until heated through.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the sauce until well coated.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add more garlic or Parmesan.
- Optional: garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 38 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 mg