Creamy Pasta Recipes

Craving creamy pasta recipes? From silky Alfredo-style sauces to a comforting bowl of mac and cheese, these dishes bring delicious richness, with low net carbs and high fiber. Browse our selection of creamy pasta recipes, and discover everything Carbe Diem has to offer.

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Pasta dish with greens served on a marble table with a wooden cutting board.

Rotini with Creamy Wild Mushroom Sauce

Earthy wild mushrooms, fragrant shallots, and a splash of white wine come together in a luscious cream sauce that clings perfectly to tender rotini. Finished with fresh herbs and black...

45

Minutes

6

Servings

47

Net Carbs

370

Calories

Pasta dish with pumpkins on a table setting

Penne with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce, Rosemary Bacon

A cozy, fall-inspired pasta dish featuring tender penne tossed in a velvety pumpkin and cream sauce infused with rosemary, garlic, and a hint of spice. Crispy bacon adds a savory...

50

Minutes

6

Servings

49

Net Carbs

400

Calories

Pasta dish with a creamy topping on a wooden table

Cavatappi with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto & Burrata

Silky burrata cheese melts into spiral pasta coated with an intensely flavorful sun-dried tomato and basil pesto, creating an indulgent Italian-inspired dish that's elegantly simple yet incredibly luxurious.

25

Minutes

6

Servings

27

Net Carbs

650

Calories

Plate of spaghetti with broccoli on a wooden table with a glass of water and watermelon.

Vegan Miso-Tahini Spaghetti Pasta Salad with Ch...

This savory Vegan Miso-Tahini Spaghetti Pasta Salad features roasted, charred broccoli and tender noodles tossed in a creamy, umami-packed miso-tahini dressing. Finished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, it’s...

35

Minutes

6

Servings

26

Net Carbs

530

Calories

Plate of pasta with a box of Fettuccine noodles on a checkered cloth.

Chipotle Alfredo with Blackened Shrimp

Recipe by: Zamira De Santos

Smoky, creamy, and packed with heat, this Chipotle Alfredo with Blackened Shrimp combines tender fettuccine, spicy adobo cream sauce, and seared shrimp for a bold twist on a classic comfort...

20

Minutes

6

Servings

21

Net Carbs

650

Calories

Assorted food items including pasta, pickles, and hot dogs on a checkered tablecloth.

Tarragon, Asparagus & Chicken Rotini Salad

This bright and herby Tarragon, Asparagus & Chicken Rotini Salad blends tender pasta, juicy rotisserie chicken, and crisp asparagus with a creamy lemon-mustard vinaigrette. Finished with fresh tarragon, Parmesan, and...

25

Minutes

6

Servings

20

Net Carbs

600

Calories

Three bowls of penne pasta with a creamy red sauce on a light surface with a blue cloth.

Penne alla Vodka

This rich and comforting Penne alla Vodka combines tender Carbe Diem!™ penne with a velvety tomato-vodka cream sauce, crisp pancetta, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Finished...

35

Minutes

6

Servings

21

Net Carbs

530

Calories

Plates of pasta with meat and greens on a dark surface with side dishes.

Vegan Mushroom Cavatappi

Earthy mushrooms, caramelized onions, and a luscious garlic cream sauce coat al dente cavatappi in this comforting, plant-based pasta dish.

25

Minutes

6

Servings

22

Net Carbs

360

Calories

Creamy Cottage Cheese Marinara Baked Rotini

Creamy Cottage Cheese & Marinara Baked Rotini

This comforting baked rotini features creamy cottage cheese, rich marinara, and a golden, bubbly finish for a hearty, satisfying dish.

40

Minutes

6

Servings

32

Net Carbs

610

Calories

Classic Macaroni & Cheese

Classic Macaroni & Cheese

The crowd-pleasing favorite everyone enjoys from 1-99!

45

Minutes

6

Servings

27

Net Carbs

570

Calories

Plates of pasta with herbs and cheese, accompanied by glasses of white wine and a bowl of olives on a white tablecloth.

Rotini with Roasted Cauliflower & Ricotta

The combination of roasted cauliflower and ricotta make for a hearty and flavorful pasta dish that pairs nutty caramelized cauliflower with the creaminess of ricotta cheese. 

35

Minutes

6

Servings

24

Net Carbs

420

Calories

Baked pasta dish with peas served on a wooden table with plates and a green napkin.

Chicken, Pea & Penne Pasta Bake

Perfect for a cool fall or winter night, this chicken, pea & penne pasta bake is a comforting, filling dish with tender chicken, flavorful peas, and perfectly cooked penne. Wrapped in a creamy,...

60

Minutes

6

Servings

30

Net Carbs

530

Calories

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