Creamy Penne Pasta

Vegetarian
Health score
23%
Creamy Penne Pasta
25 min.
4
697kcal

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If you're in the mood for a comforting yet vibrant dish, look no further than this creamy penne pasta! Perfectly cooked penne, enveloped in a luscious and rich cream cheese sauce, not only brings satisfaction to your palate but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. This vegetarian delight is infused with freshly chopped herbs, including basil, oregano, and parsley, to provide a burst of flavor in every bite. The inclusion of diced tomatoes adds a refreshing twist, balancing the creaminess with a hint of tang.

Ready in just 25 minutes, this meal is ideal for busy weeknights or when you want to impress your friends at a casual gathering. Whether served as a side dish or the star of your lunch or dinner, its beautiful presentation and creamy texture make it a standout. Plus, with wholesome ingredients and a caloric count that makes it easy to enjoy guilt-free, you can savor this dish any time. The combination of garlic and olive oil creates a fragrant base that seamlessly melds with the creamy sauce, while the seasonal herbs enhance the flavor profile, making each bite feel like a celebration of fresh produce.

Join me and treat yourself to this satisfying creamy penne pasta, guaranteed to become a staple in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • ounce cream cheese 
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup oregano fresh chopped
  • 16 ounce penne pasta 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  •  tomatoes diced

Equipment

  • sauce 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 large saucepan over medium heat, heat olive oil. Stir in garlic, basil, oregano, parsley, tomato, salt and pepper, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in cream cheese until melted. (
  4. Add meat, if desired, at this time.)
  5. Heat through, toss with cooked pasta and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories697kcal
Protein10.87%
Fat36.68%
Carbs52.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61
Glycemic Load
35.34
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.369565092999%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
4.32mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.35mg
Quercetin
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:696.7kcal
34.84%
Fat:28.44g
43.75%
Saturated Fat:12.79g
79.95%
Carbohydrates:91.48g
30.49%
Net Carbohydrates:86.1g
31.31%
Sugar:6.12g
6.8%
Cholesterol:57.27mg
19.09%
Sodium:382.36mg
16.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.97g
37.94%
Selenium:76.79µg
109.7%
Manganese:1.26mg
63.22%
Vitamin K:65.64µg
62.51%
Phosphorus:289.96mg
29%
Vitamin A:1316.32IU
26.33%
Fiber:5.38g
21.51%
Magnesium:78.84mg
19.71%
Copper:0.39mg
19.31%
Iron:2.95mg
16.38%
Vitamin E:2.36mg
15.75%
Zinc:2.06mg
13.72%
Calcium:136.76mg
13.68%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.18%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.11%
Potassium:457.02mg
13.06%
Vitamin B3:2.35mg
11.73%
Folate:41.32µg
10.33%
Vitamin C:7.45mg
9.03%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.03%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.83%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.08%
Source:Allrecipes