Everything Bagel Pasta

Table of Contents

1. Let’s Dish: Everything But The Bagel Pasta
2. Everything Bagel Pasta Ingredients
3. Substitutions And Additions
4. How To Make This Everything Bagel Pasta Recipe
5. Troubleshooting Tips for This Easy Pasta
6. How To Serve Everything Pasta
7. Storage Tips for This Pasta
8. Why Everything Bagel Pasta is the Best
9. Everything Bagel Pasta Frequently Asked Questions
10. More Recipes You’ll Love
11. JUMP TO RECIPE

Everything bagel pasta takes the iconic flavor of an everything bagel and transforms it into a cozy, creamy pasta dish that’s hard to resist. Imagine the savory blend of garlic, onion, sesame, and poppy seeds in a rich, velvety sauce coating each strand of pasta. This recipe delivers comfort with a fun twist, perfect for anyone looking to shake up their usual pasta routine. Let’s dive into how you can bring this unforgettable dish to life in your kitchen!

Let’s Dish: Everything But The Bagel Pasta

MAIN INGREDIENTS: linguine pasta, cream cheese, whole milk, Pecorino Romano cheese, everything bagel seasoning.

QUICK STEPS: Cook linguine, make a creamy sauce with cream cheese and milk, add Pecorino Romano and everything bagel seasoning, toss pasta in sauce, garnish with extra seasoning if desired.

TOTAL TIME AND YIELD: Approximately 30 minutes; serves 4.

Why This Recipe

• Creamy, Smooth Sauce: This recipe uses cream cheese and Pecorino Romano to create a rich, silky textured cheese sauce that perfectly coats the pasta.
• Perfectly Balanced Seasoning: Everything bagel seasoning is the star with just the right amount to avoid overpowering the dish.
• Quick and Easy Recipe: With only a few steps and minimal prep, this recipe delivers gourmet-level taste in about 30 minutes. We designed it to be accessible for busy nights without sacrificing flavor, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced cooks.

Everything Bagel Pasta Ingredients

Substitutions And Additions

PASTA: You can use any pasta you prefer, but using something of a similar size and shape to the linguine will give you a tasty dish with the creamy sauce.

CHICKEN: This dish would be great with the addition of grilled boneless skinless chicken breast for added protein to your meal.

CHEESE: If you do not like pecorino-romano cheese, grated parmesan cheese will be just as delicious. This would make it very similar to a fettuccine Alfredo sauce.

GARNISH: You can substitute chopped chives or green onions for the parsley. You can also add an extra quarter cup of grated cheese for the garnish.

SEASONING: Don’t worry if you can’t find the seasoning at the store. You can now make your own with our easy everything bagel seasoning recipe.

You could also substitute flaky sea salt or white pepper.

SPICE: If you like to add heat to your dishes, you can add crushed red pepper flakes to your seasoning as well.

ONIONS: If you don’t have a yellow onion on hand, white or red onion will work instead.

Veggies to Add

• Spinach: Fresh spinach can be stirred in at the end to wilt slightly in the hot pasta, adding a mild, earthy flavor that complements the creamy sauce.
• Cherry Tomatoes: Halved cherry tomatoes bring a juicy, sweet contrast to the savory everything bagel seasoning. Add them raw for freshness, or sauté them briefly to soften.
• Broccoli: Lightly steamed or roasted broccoli adds a nice crunch and a mild bitterness that balances the rich sauce. Cut it into small florets for even mixing.
• Zucchini: Thinly sliced or spiralized zucchini blends well with pasta. Sauté it quickly before adding it to keep it tender but still slightly crisp.
• Bell Peppers: Sautéed red, yellow, or orange bell peppers bring a hint of sweetness and vibrant color to the dish.
• Mushrooms: Sautéed mushrooms add an earthy, umami flavor that complements the cream cheese and everything bagel seasoning.
• Asparagus: Lightly steamed or roasted asparagus spears cut into bite-sized pieces bring a bright flavor and slight crunch.

How To Make This Everything Bagel Pasta Recipe

Let’s have a look at the step-by-step instructions for making this pasta and combining it with the simple sauce.

STEP ONE: In a large pot, cook pasta with a pinch of salt in the water to al dente according to package instructions.

When the pasta is done cooking, reserve a half cup of the pasta water in a separate bowl to be used for later. Drain the remaining liquid. Set aside.

STEP TWO: While your pasta is cooking, in a large skillet on medium-high heat, saute your butter, onions, everything bagel seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Saute the onions for two to three minutes or until they are soft and translucent.

STEP THREE: Add the flour to the onions and cook for another one to two minutes until you no longer see raw flour.

STEP FOUR: Whisk the reserved pasta water into the flour mixture, making sure you do not have any lumps remaining.

STEP FIVE: Add the block of cream cheese to the flour and onion mixture. Stir the cream cheese around so that it melts into the flour mixture and is smooth.

STEP SIX: Slowly add the milk to the cream cheese mixture.

Allow this sauce to cook and thicken for three to five minutes, make sure to whisk constantly to avoid any lumps from forming.

STEP SEVEN: Add the grated pecorino-romano cheese to the sauce and stir to combine.

STEP EIGHT: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss it to coat it entirely in the sauce.

STEP NINE: You can garnish the pasta with the additional everything bagel seasoning and chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Troubleshooting Tips for This Easy Pasta

Cream Cheese Clumping: If the cream cheese isn’t melting smoothly into the sauce, make sure it’s softened before adding it to the pan. If it’s still clumping, try whisking vigorously or using a hand mixer to blend it into the milk.

Sauce Too Thick or Thin: If the sauce ends up too thick, add a splash of milk gradually until you reach your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, add a little more cream cheese or Pecorino Romano cheese to thicken it.

Seasoning Overload: Everything bagel seasoning is bold, so add it in small amounts and taste as you go. If you find the flavor too strong, balance it by adding a bit more cream cheese or milk to mellow the seasoning.

Pasta Clumping: To avoid clumped pasta and maintain the perfect texture, drain the linguine and immediately toss it with a drizzle of olive oil before adding it to the sauce. This keeps it from sticking while you finish preparing the sauce.

Cheese Not Melting: If the Pecorino Romano isn’t melting well, lower the heat and add it gradually while stirring. Avoid high heat, as it can cause the cheese to clump rather than blend smoothly.

Sauce Separation: If the sauce starts to separate, reduce the heat and whisk or stir vigorously to bring it back together. Adding a splash of pasta water can help, as the starches aid in binding the sauce.

How To Serve Everything Pasta

Add garlic bread, a side salad, or Caesar salad on the side for a complete meal.

For more quick and easy pasta ideas, check out our carbonara pasta, bacon pasta, and Philly cheesesteak pasta.

Storage Tips for This Pasta

Now that you’ve savored the incredible flavors of our everything bagel pasta, let’s talk about how to store this delicious dish to enjoy later.

MAKE AHEAD: If you want to get a head start on meal prep or plan for a busy weeknight, you can make the sauce in advance.

Follow the recipe up to the point where you’ve made the sauce but haven’t combined it with the cooked pasta.

Store the sauce separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two to three days.

When you’re ready to enjoy your everything bagel pasta, simply reheat the sauce and toss it with freshly cooked pasta.

IN THE FRIDGE: We do not recommend making this flavorful meal ahead of time or freezing it. This sauce is meant to be eaten immediately after making it.

If you do end up with leftovers, they can be stored, in a covered container, in the refrigerator for two to three days.

You may find the texture is not quite the same as when freshly made.

IN THE FREEZER: This pasta won’t freeze well. We recommend making it fresh.

Why Everything Bagel Pasta is the Best

INCREDIBLE FLAVOR FUSION: This recipe brilliantly combines the beloved flavors of everything bagels—such as sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, onion, and salt—with creamy pasta.

QUICK AND EASY: With a straightforward cooking process and readily available ingredients, this recipe is incredibly accessible for both novice and experienced cooks. You can whip up a flavorful meal in no time.

CREAMY COMFORT FOOD: The rich and creamy sauce, created with cream cheese and whole milk, provides a comforting and indulgent dining experience. It’s a warm and satisfying dish perfect for chilly evenings.

This viral seasoning, with its nice nutty crunch, is having its moment in the spotlight, and we are taking full advantage of it. It mixes poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic flakes, and onion flakes to take your bagels, and now your pasta, to the next level, with this everything bagel pasta.

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