Pasta recipes without heavy cream

Tender pasta in a silky tomato cream sauce that only tastes decadent.

White Pasta Sauce Recipe is rich and creamy without any heavy cream needed. All you need is simple ingredients to make this delicious sauce.

This fettuccine alfredo is made in the traditional Italian style without heavy cream. Butter, garlic, and parmigiano reggiano mixed with starchy pasta water form a creamy, luscious sauce without extra dairy. This recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, and can easily be made gluten-free.

Heavy cream isn't always the choice for everyone. Luckily, there are many tasty and lighter substitutes for heavy cream in pasta recipes.

This creamy Cajun chicken pasta recipe is made with seared chicken breast and a light but creamy Cajun sauce with huge flavor, an easy weeknight dinner!

This luscious sauce features a velvety blend of indulgent heavy cream, savory Parmesan cheese, and Cajun seasoning, adding a delightful twist to the traditional Alfredo sauce. It's ideal for making Cajun chicken pasta with or without sausage, or try it with spicy shrimp for a delicious variation. Plus, this creamy pasta sauce is flour-free and can be whipped up in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for those busy weeknight dinners.

This One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is so quick to make - and you only need a single pot! Even the pasta cooks right in the sauce for easy cleanup.

This creamy tomato pasta recipe comes together quickly and uses everyday ingredients. You'll love the silky tomato sauce!

Making homemade creamy dairy free vodka pasta sauce (penne alla vodka) is much easier to make than you think! The sauce is super simple, quick to make, and dairy free. Made without heavy cream - substituting rich cashew cream instead - and ready in just 30 minutes! Vegan and gluten free.

This 30 min creamy Orzo Pasta screams comfort food and uses one-pan. It's healthy, protein packed and lusciously creamy without heavy cream