Cream Cheese Pasta Bake

Cream Cheese Pasta Bake

4 servings
This Cream Cheese Pasta Bake is a simple recipe made by oven roasting a block of cream cheese with cherry tomatoes and a few other basic ingredients to create a creamy, flavorful sauce!

Ingredients

  • 20 oz. cherry tomatoes

    2 pints

  • 1/2 small white onion

    minced

  • 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic

    minced

  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper
    to taste
  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach

    gently torn

  • basil

    optional garnish

  • 8 oz. pasta of choice

    cooked

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F.

  2. 2

    Pour the cherry tomatoes, onions, sun dried tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper into an oven safe casserole dish. Stir to combine.

  3. 3

    Place the cream cheese in the center.

  4. 4

    Bake, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes. (Bake until the cheese is golden and looks like it's about to fall apart).

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, cook pasta of choice according to package directions.

  6. 6

    Remove the casserole dish from the oven. Smash the tomatoes down using a spoon and stir the cream cheese until it creates a sauce.

  7. 7

    Stir in the spinach until wilted and then stir in cooked pasta noodles. Serve immediately and garnish with basil. Taste and adjust add more salt or pepper as desired.

Cream Cheese Pasta Bake

Cream Cheese Pasta Bake

4.7(258)4 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting, creamy pasta dish without a lot of fuss? This Cream Cheese Pasta Bake delivers a wonderfully rich and flavorful meal with minimal effort, perfect for any weeknight or relaxed gathering.

The magic of this Cream Cheese Pasta Bake lies in oven roasting a whole block of cream cheese directly with sweet cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and savory sun-dried tomatoes. This ingenious method creates a luxuriously creamy sauce right in the pan, saving you from extra pots and complicated steps. It's a brilliant way to achieve deep flavor with basic ingredients.

Prepare for a delightful pasta dish that's both hearty and incredibly satisfying. You'll find a velvety, tangy sauce coating your favorite pasta, brightened by the burst of roasted cherry tomatoes and savory notes from garlic and onion. The fresh spinach, gently torn and stirred in, adds a touch of vibrant color and a gentle, earthy counterpoint to the rich creaminess. This bake feels indulgent, yet comes together with pantry staples and a few fresh additions.

Customization & Variations

While fantastic as is, you can easily adapt this bake to suit your preferences. Consider adding some crumbled feta cheese along with the cream cheese before roasting for an extra tangy layer, or stir in other quick-cooking vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini with the tomatoes. For a subtle smoky flavor, a pinch of smoked paprika can be added with the Italian seasoning. You could also experiment with different pasta shapes, from classic penne to rotini or even a longer strand like spaghetti.

This Cream Cheese Pasta Bake makes a generous meal for four, ideal for a cozy family dinner or when you need a comforting dish that impresses without stress. A simple green salad or some warm crusty bread would be a lovely accompaniment.

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