Creamy Parmesan Cheese Sauce

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich and velvety homemade cheese sauce perfect for pasta nights
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This luscious Creamy Parmesan Cheese Sauce is the ultimate comfort food companion, offering a silky texture and deep, savory flavor that rivals any restaurant-quality dish. By melting cubed cream cheese with milk and sharp Parmesan, you create a luxurious base that clings beautifully to hot pasta. The addition of a hint of nutmeg and black pepper elevates the profile, adding warmth and depth without overpowering the cheese. It’s incredibly versatileâÂÂdrizzle it over spaghetti, toss with roasted vegetables, or use it as a dip for breadsticks. Quick to whip up in the microwave, this sauce brings a touch of Italian elegance to your weeknight dinner table with minimal effort and maximum reward.

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Creamy Parmesan Cheese Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 832.2

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This luscious Creamy Parmesan Cheese Sauce is the ultimate comfort food companion, offering a silky texture and deep, savory flavor that rivals any restaurant-quality dish. By melting cubed cream cheese with milk and sharp Parmesan, you create a luxurious base that clings beautifully to hot pasta. The addition of a hint of nutmeg and black pepper elevates the profile, adding warmth and depth without overpowering the cheese. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly versatileâÂÂdrizzle it over spaghetti, toss with roasted vegetables, or use it as a dip for breadsticks. Quick to whip up in the microwave, this sauce brings a touch of Italian elegance to your weeknight dinner table with minimal effort and maximum reward.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the cubed cream cheese, milk, and grated Parmesan cheese into a large microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl.
  2. Microwave on MEDIUM power (50%) for 2 minutes.
  3. Remove from microwave and stir vigorously to break up the cream cheese and combine ingredients.
  4. Microwave on MEDIUM power for another 2 minutes.
  5. Stir again. If the sauce is not completely smooth, microwave in 1-minute intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and creamy (total cooking time is typically 6 to 8 minutes).
  6. Add a dash of ground nutmeg and black pepper to taste, stirring to incorporate.
  7. Immediately toss with hot cooked pasta or serve warm as a dip.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 832.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 77.2g119%
Saturated Fat 47.7g239%
Cholesterol 201.3mg68%
Sodium 1122.9mg47%
Total Carbohydrate 9.7g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 6.1g
Protein 23.8g48%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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