Creamy Pasta Primavera

Health score
5%
Creamy Pasta Primavera
60 min.
6
401kcal

Suggestions

There is something truly magical about transforming simple pantry staples into a comforting, restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. Creamy Pasta Primavera is exactly that kind of dish—a vibrant celebration of flavors that feels both indulgent and surprisingly accessible. Imagine the rich, velvety sauce that clings perfectly to every strand of al dente spaghetti, creating a harmonious blend of savory and sweet notes that will leave everyone at your table asking for seconds.

What makes this recipe so special is its clever use of ingredients to create depth without requiring hours of prep work. By melting a generous amount of cream cheese with a splash of milk, you achieve a luscious sauce texture that is far superior to standard tomato-based options, yet it maintains a delightful creaminess that warms the soul. The addition of sautéed mushrooms, crisp green and red bell peppers, and savory ham introduces a wonderful textural contrast, ensuring each bite is a delightful surprise. The earthy aroma of the mushrooms mixed with the fresh crunch of the peppers creates a flavor profile that is both sophisticated and inviting.

Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend lunch, this dish comes together in just an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy families who refuse to compromise on taste. The nutritional balance is surprisingly robust, offering a satisfying mix of protein and complex carbohydrates that keeps you full and energized. Whether you are hosting a casual gathering or simply craving something warm and delicious to fight off the chill, this Creamy Pasta Primavera is a masterpiece waiting to be made. It is a testament to the power of good ingredients and a little bit of technique to create something truly memorable.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter divided
  • ounce mushrooms drained canned
  • ounce cream cheese 
  • cups ham diced cooked
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper green sliced
  • 0.5 cup green onions chopped
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.3 cup bell peppers red sliced
  • ounces pasta like spaghetti 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  3. In a skillet, melt 1/4 cup of the butter.
  4. Saute green onions, green peppers, red peppers and mushrooms.
  5. Add cream cheese and milk and stir over low heat until cream cheese is melted. Stir in ham and parmesan cheese. Toss spaghetti with remaining butter.
  6. Combine with cream cheese mixture; toss lightly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories401kcal
Protein15.09%
Fat64.58%
Carbs20.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.5
Glycemic Load
7
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.28260877858%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Quercetin
1.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:400.9kcal
20.04%
Fat:29.02g
44.64%
Saturated Fat:16.26g
101.6%
Carbohydrates:20.56g
6.85%
Net Carbohydrates:19.04g
6.93%
Sugar:4.45g
4.95%
Cholesterol:101.28mg
33.76%
Sodium:826.87mg
35.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.26g
30.52%
Selenium:26.13µg
37.33%
Vitamin C:23.28mg
28.22%
Phosphorus:273.62mg
27.36%
Vitamin A:1220.7IU
24.41%
Vitamin K:19.9µg
18.95%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.14%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.95%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.59%
Calcium:141.68mg
14.17%
Zinc:1.86mg
12.43%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.26%
Vitamin B3:2.17mg
10.86%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.83%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.57%
Potassium:328.23mg
9.38%
Magnesium:33.05mg
8.26%
Copper:0.16mg
8.17%
Fiber:1.51g
6.04%
Vitamin E:0.85mg
5.67%
Iron:0.96mg
5.31%
Folate:19.72µg
4.93%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.67%
Source:Allrecipes