Description
Creamy Pepper Jack Pasta is a delightful dish that marries the rich creaminess of cheese with the spicy kick of pepper jack. This easy-to-make recipe offers a comforting hug of flavor, perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this pasta will transport your taste buds to cheesy paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 4 oz cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Lower heat and mix in cream cheese and chicken broth, stirring until smooth.
- Gradually add shredded Pepper Jack cheese and red pepper flakes, mixing until melted and creamy.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the sauce until well-coated. Adjust consistency with more broth if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg