Cream Cheese Pasta Sauce
Have some cream cheese, but you've not sure what to make? Then, try out this cream cheese pasta sauce recipe. It's so simple and if you pair it was some noodles and meat, or another protein source, you've got a complete entree!
Equipment
- Oven-safe baking dish (9x13 will do)
- Wooden spoon or whisk
- Large pot (for boiling pasta)
- Colander (for draining the pasta)
- Measuring Spoons
- Immersion blender (optional)
Ingredients
- 1/2-1 block of 8oz cream cheese based on how creamy you want your sauce
- 1 jar of marinara sauce 24 oz
- Optional any of the following to add a bit more flavor:
- 1/2-1 tsp of dried basil or 1-2 tsp fresh
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano or 1 tsp fresh
- 1/2-1 tsp garlic powder or 1-2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- As much cheese as your heart desires!
- 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling over the sauce after it's baked
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and adding 1/2-1 block of cream cheese to an oven-safe baking pan.
- Next, pour the jar of marinara sauce around the cream cheese.
- Then sprinkle basil, oregano, and garlic powder in the baking dish- this step is optional, skip if you don't want any additional spices/herbs.
- Next, place the baking dish in the oven for about 25 minutes.
- Pro tip: while your pasta sauce is baking, work on your pasta and meat.
- After the sauce is done baking, remove it from the oven, drizzle some olive oil over it (optional), and mix in your meat and pasta. Enjoy! :)
Notes
How to store cream cheese pasta sauce
Fridge: Store leftovers in an air-tight container for up to 3-4 days.
Reheating: Because cream cheese can thicken when cold, add a splash of milk, water, or even marinara sauce. :)
Fridge: Store leftovers in an air-tight container for up to 3-4 days.
Reheating: Because cream cheese can thicken when cold, add a splash of milk, water, or even marinara sauce. :)