Ingredients and Weight:
- Cream cheese: 200 grams
- Butter: 50 grams
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- White onion: 1 small, diced
- Chicken broth: 500 ml
- Full-fat milk: 500 ml
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Parmesan cheese: 50 grams, shredded or shaved
- Spaghetti or other pasta of choice: 400 grams (for serving)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, melt the butter on medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and diced onion, and cook until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and milk, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese, stirring constantly until fully melted and incorporated.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the shredded or shaved parmesan cheese and stir until fully combined.
- Adjust the seasoning, if necessary, and cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Serve over cooked spaghetti or your choice of pasta.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: Approx. 500-600 depending on the type of pasta served with the sauce.
- Fat: Approx. 30-40 grams (including saturated fat)
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 40-60 grams (from pasta)
- Protein: Approx. 20-30 grams (from cheese and pasta)
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy texture from the combination of cream cheese and parmesan cheese.
- Savory flavor from the garlic and onion.
- Versatile dish that can be served with various types of pasta.
User Comments:
- "The sauce was so creamy and delicious! It was a hit with my family." - John Doe, New York
- "The combination of cream cheese and parmesan gave the sauce a unique flavor that I really enjoyed." - Jane Smith, California
- "The dish was simple to make and came out perfectly. Would definitely make it again." - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the cream cheese is fully melted before adding other ingredients to avoid lumps in the sauce.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preference. If desired, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick of heat.
