Creamy Three-Cheese Spaghetti (Print)

Delight in a smooth blend of three cheeses coating spaghetti for a rich and comforting dinner option.

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz dried spaghetti
02 - 1 tbsp salt, for pasta water

→ Dairy

03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
04 - 3/4 cup plus 1 tbsp whole milk
05 - 1/3 cup plus 1 tbsp heavy cream
06 - 3/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
07 - 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2/3 cup grated cheddar cheese

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
10 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
12 - Salt, to taste

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant without browning.
03 - Add whole milk and heavy cream to the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
04 - Gradually add mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar cheeses, stirring constantly until completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
05 - Season the cheese sauce with black pepper, optional nutmeg, and salt to taste.
06 - Add drained spaghetti to the sauce. Toss gently to coat, incorporating reserved pasta water as needed to reach a creamy consistency.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare for any night
  • Features three delicious cheeses for maximum flavor
02 -
  • This recipe contains milk and wheat.
  • You can swap the cheeses based on whats in your fridge for new flavors.
03 -
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat
  • Use some reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if it thickens
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