17/01/2026
Cheesy Spaghetti in Garlic Parmesan & Cream Cheese Tomato Sauce
This creamy, cheesy spaghetti is pure comfort, with a velvety tomato sauce enriched by garlic, Parmesan, and cream cheese for a bold, satisfying bite. Created by deesviral, this home-style pasta is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that feels rich and indulgent.
Ingredients
• 12 oz spaghetti pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• ½ cup tomato paste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, optional
Preparation Steps
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup of the pasta water.
2. In a wide skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and melt the butter together.
3. Add the garlic and cook briefly, stirring, until fragrant.
4. Stir in the tomato sauce and tomato paste, mixing until smooth and slightly thickened.
5. Lower the heat and slowly add the heavy cream, stirring until the sauce becomes creamy.
6. Add the cream cheese and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
7. Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the sauce is rich and silky.
8. Add the cooked spaghetti and toss gently to coat every strand.
9. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce.
10. Remove from heat and finish with chopped parsley if desired.
Closing
Enjoy this cheesy spaghetti fresh and hot for a comforting, creamy pasta dinner the whole family will love. Follow deesviral for more cozy, home-style recipes that bring big flavor with simple steps.