This was the first meal I ever cooked for my wife back when we were dating. The recipe is from and old Betty Crocker cookbook that my parents made for me back in the 70s' I liked it so much that I learned how to make it myself when I was about 8 years old. Over the years I have tweaked it some, but this version is very close to the original. You can really kick it up if you substitute about 1/4 cup fresh (finely chopped) basil for the dried basil and parsley. To make it a complete meal, try adding chicken. Health nuts be forewarned, this dish is incredibly rich and makes for excellent comfort fare! Consider serving it as a side dish by reducing to 8 1/2 cup servings if you are looking for a healthier choice. Be sure to use real Romano cheese, otherwise the dish will taste bland. If you want a tangier result, look for the Sheep's Milk (Pecorino Romano) variety.
Provided by GourmetPappa
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a large pasta pot half way with water, add 1tsp salt and bring to a boil.
- Combine water, cream cheese, pepper, garlic, and dried basil into a medium saucier over medium heat. If using fresh Basil set half of it to the side for later use. Grate Romano cheese and add half to saucier then stir to simmer. Melt butter in separate container and hold for noodles.
- Once the pasta pot starts to boil, pour in dried pasta and set timer for 8-15min (depending on pasta instructions.) Cook pasta till al dente.
- Once sauce is well combined and starts to simmer, lower heat to prevent burning. Feel free to add additional seasoning to taste. Be careful as this dish is rich and the chef tends to get used to the strong aromas! From my own experience, you may have better luck if someone from outside the kitchen tastes your concoction so as not to overdue something --.
- When timer goes off, check pasta for doneness; strain and return pasta to empty pot. Fold in melted butter till noodles are well coated and somewhat free from sticking to each other. Fold in parsley (or fresh basil if available) along with remaining cheese then plate.
- Finish by ladling sauce on over pasta to guest�s preference.
- If cooking for one or two, makes awesome left-overs and can be reheated on stove or microwave with excellent results.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1119.1, Fat 71.9, SaturatedFat 42.2, Cholesterol 236.5, Sodium 1474.7, Carbohydrate 73.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 6.7, Protein 45.6
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Marie Coupe
m_coupe54@gmail.comI love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The noodles are cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Ayub Jin
ayub-j@hotmail.comThis recipe was a disaster! The noodles were overcooked and the sauce was watery. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Shahid Nazir
snazir53@gmail.comMeh.
Aston Bartolini
bartolini_aston@yahoo.comThis recipe is amazing! The noodles are cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I added a bit of extra garlic and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Josephh Kisingah
josephh_kisingah42@gmail.comI'm not a fan of this recipe. The noodles were undercooked and the sauce was too salty. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.
Arjun karki
k_arjun19@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The noodles are cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sardar Uddin
s_uddin98@hotmail.comDelicious! I made this recipe for my friends and they loved it. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Kai Shock
k_s82@gmail.comThis recipe was a disappointment. The noodles were overcooked and the sauce was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Farhan Sheikh
farhan_sheikh1@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The noodles are cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I like to add a bit of grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Lelanie Ackerman
lelanie-a@gmail.comSo easy and delicious! I'm not a great cook, but this recipe came out perfectly. The noodles were tender and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. My husband and kids loved it!
Jonathan Platts
jonathanplatts21@gmail.comThis recipe was a hit with my family! The noodles were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I added a bit of extra garlic and parsley, and it turned out amazing. Highly recommend!