Heart-Healthy Cream Cheese Sauce
Elevate your meals with this creamy yet guilt-free Heart-Healthy Cream Cheese Sauce, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Made with low-fat cream cheese, skim milk, and a touch of heart-smart olive oil, this velvety sauce is bursting with flavor thanks to aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Freshly chopped parsley adds a bright, herbal finish to this quick, 20-minute recipe, perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it as a luscious topping for whole-grain pasta, a dip for steamed veggies, or a light drizzle over grilled proteins for a wholesome and versatile dining experience. Indulge without compromise and enjoy a creamy sauce that’s as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup Skim milk
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the low-fat cream cheese and skim milk over medium heat.
Step 2
Stir constantly until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Whisk in the olive oil, ensuring it is fully incorporated into the sauce.
Step 4
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously to blend the flavors evenly.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Step 7
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Step 8
Serve warm over your favorite whole-grain pasta or use as a dip for vegetables. Enjoy your heart-healthy delight!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (530.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 927.7 |
| Total Fat 68.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 88.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2260.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.0g | |
| Protein 25.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 107.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 681.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 954.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories