“This Christmas, my family started calling it ‘Holiday Hug in a Bowl’ because everyone asks for it at every gathering.”
This dish is warm, comforting, and so velvety that it practically melts on the tongue. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a luxurious pasta everyone will request again.
⭐ Ingredients
For the Pasta
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12 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
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4 tbsp butter
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1 ½ cups heavy cream
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
(don’t use the powdered kind—fresh makes it silky!) -
½ cup cream cheese (optional but highly recommended)
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Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Add-Ins
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A pinch of garlic powder
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Extra Parmesan for serving
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Chopped parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
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Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
2. Make the Creamy Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat:
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Melt butter.
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Stir in heavy cream, letting it heat gently (don’t boil hard).
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Add cream cheese and whisk until smooth and melted.
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Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce becomes silky and thick.
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Season with salt and pepper (and garlic powder if using).
3. Combine Everything
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Add cooked pasta directly into the sauce.
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