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Linguine Alfredo
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5 from 5 votes

Linguine Alfredo

Creamy linguine alfredo recipe made with cream cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, it makes the perfect weeknight dinner idea.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp salted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 Tbsp light herb and garlic cream cheese
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 340 g linguine noodles
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Mix in the flour, and cook for another minute. Whisk in the milk and cook, whisking constantly until thickened, about 3 minutes. Add the cream cheese and Parmesan cheese and whisk until melted.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of cooking water, then drain pasta and return to pot.
  • Add the sauce and 1/2 cup of the reserved water to the pasta, and toss to combine, adding more cooking water as needed to loosen. Divide among bowls and enjoy.