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Creamy One-Pot Pasta Bliss

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A quick and easy creamy one-pot pasta recipe perfect for busy nights, delivering rich, cheesy comfort with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225g) pasta (penne or fusilli recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups (480 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Set shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan aside. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth and 1 cup heavy cream. Stir to combine. Add dry pasta to the skillet and stir to submerge pasta in liquid.
  4. Bring mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add extra broth or water if drying out too fast.
  5. Once pasta is al dente and sauce thickened, stir in softened cream cheese until melted. Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan. Stir until creamy and gooey. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley if using, stir, and serve immediately.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth sauce. Stir frequently during simmer to prevent sticking. Adjust broth amount if sauce dries out. For thicker sauce, simmer a bit longer off heat with lid off. Can substitute cream cheese with mascarpone or ricotta. For vegan version, use plant-based cream cheese, non-dairy milk, vegan cheese, and vegetable broth.

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