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Mexican White Spaghetti (Espagueti Blanco)

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Mexican White Spaghetti, or Espagueti Blanco, is a creamy and comforting pasta dish made with a smooth sauce of Mexican crema, cream cheese, and milk. Mild in flavor, quick to prepare, and endlessly versatile, it’s a perfect side or main dish for everyday meals or special occasions. This version uses turkey bacon or chicken ham instead of pork, making it adaptable for more diets without losing its richness.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 5 1x

Ingredients

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  • 400g spaghetti
  • 1 cup Mexican crema (or sour cream)
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ small onion, finely chopped
  • 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • 100g turkey bacon or chicken ham (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the spaghetti:
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the aromatics:
    In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant, without browning.
  3. Blend the sauce:
    In a blender, combine the Mexican crema, cream cheese, milk, bouillon powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  4. Cook the sauce:
    Pour the blended mixture into the saucepan with the onion and garlic. Stir well and simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Combine with pasta:
    Lower the heat, add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce, and toss until evenly coated and warmed through.
  6. Optional meat addition:
    If using turkey bacon or chicken ham, cook it separately until lightly crispy, then stir it into the pasta before serving.
  7. Garnish and serve:
    Transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

For a looser sauce, add a splash of milk before serving.

For added vegetables, fold in steamed broccoli or sautéed mushrooms.

Taste and adjust seasoning before combining with pasta.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 20

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