Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic Quick Work-from-Home Lunch for Busy Weekdays
Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic Quick Work-from-Home Lunch for Busy Weekdays
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Why you'll love it
- Cooks in just 11 minutes, saving time on hectic weeknights
- Works on both stovetop and microwave, eliminating the need for special equipment
- Doubles as a standalone side or a recipe base, adding versatility to one box
- Preservative-free formulation reassures ingredient-conscious buyers
- Trusted Knorr brand backed by 40+ flavor varieties in the same product line
- Vegetarian-friendly makes it an easy crowd-pleaser for mixed-diet households
Perfect for
- Serve as a quick 11-minute side dish alongside a weeknight family dinner
- Use as a creamy base to build a one-pan pasta meal by adding chicken, vegetables, or artichokes
- Prepare a single-serve microwave lunch in a dorm or office setting
- Stretch a meal by pairing the pasta box with affordable proteins and frozen veggies
- Pull together a last-minute potluck or casual dinner contribution
Knorr Creamy Garlic Shells Pasta Side is a delicious dish that smothers pasta shells in a creamy garlic, butter and Romano cheese sauce. Our pasta sides are quick and easy to prepare. Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic Shells cooks in just 11 minutes on the stovetop, or in the microwave. Just add your favorite meat or vegetables to turn them into a complete easy meal, or enjoy them as a standalone side dish.
A Taste for the Whole Family
A delicious pasta side dish that expertly combines garlic and butter with a Romano cheese-flavored sauce.
Easy to Prepare
This easy-to-prepare side dish cooks in just 11 minutes on the stovetop, or in the microwave.
A Versatile Pantry Staple
Give a flavorful twist to your daily meals by using this pasta side as an ingredient in a main dish or enjoy it as a standalone dish.
High Quality Ingredients & Natural Flavors
Knorr Pasta Sides are made with no artificial flavors or preservatives and no added MSG except those naturally occurring glutamates, making it an excellent choice for a family-favorite meal.
Product Information
Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic is a side dish that enhances meals with amazing flavor.
Creamy Garlic Pasta Sides expertly combines garlic and butter with a Romano-cheese-flavored sauce.
Knorr Pasta Sides are quick and easy pasta side dishes — this creamy Italian pasta cooks in just 11 minutes.
This Creamy Garlic Pasta Side is made with high quality flavorful ingredients.
Serve this pasta as a standalone side dish, or use it as an ingredient in a delicious family recipe.
You can easily prepare Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic on the stove or in a microwave.
Make great-tasting meals for your family quickly and easily, with our delicious pasta sides. Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic expertly combines garlic and butter with a Romano-cheese-flavored sauce; a taste your family is sure to relish. Our deliciously seasoned pasta side dishes are great as part of a delicious main dish or as a standalone side dish. Make Knorr Pasta Sides the foundation of a crowd-pleasing dinner. Your family is sure to love the creamy garlic sauce of Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic. On top of tasting delicious, our pasta dishes are quick and easy to prepare. Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic cooks in just 11 minutes on the stovetop or in the microwave. Use these easy pasta sides to add versatility to your main dish. Simply prepare Knorr Pasta Sides and add your favorite meat and vegetables to whip up a dish that's sure to be an instant hit at the dinner table. You can find great recipes from Knorr, like our chef-inspired Spinach Artichoke & Chicken Pasta - simply add cooked chicken pieces, chopped artichoke, spinach leaves, some red chilies, and voila! A splendid pasta meal is ready. Discover more quick and delicious dinner ideas at Knorr.com. Hundreds of recipes are available here to help you find dinner inspiration. Knorr offers more than 40 varieties of rice and pasta sides, so you can be sure to find flavors your family will love. Knorr believes that good food matters, and everyday meals can be just as magical as special occasions. Our products owe their taste and flavors to the culinary skills and passion of our chefs. Knorr sources high-quality ingredients to create delicious side dishes, bouillons, sauces, gravies, soups, and seasonings enjoyed by families everywhere.
Ingredients
Pasta (Durum Flour, Wheat Flour), Whey Protein Concentrate (Milk), Corn Starch, Corn Syrup Solids, Garlic Powder, Less Than 2% Of: Salt, Maltodextrin, Olive Oil, Potassium Chloride, Parsley, Disodium Guanylate, Disodium Inosinate, Natural Flavors, Vitamins And Minerals: Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate (Iron), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Folic Acid. May Contain Soy And Sulfites.
Items Details
Coin Variety 1: Shells
Diet Type: Vegetarian
Container Type: Can
Item Form: Creamy
Allergen Information: Wheat
Region of Origin: North America
Global Trade Identification Number: 00041000022906
Set Name: 1
Cuisine: Italian cuisine
Specialty: Preservative Free
Age Range Description: All Ages
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic box really cook in 11 minutes so I can get back to work fast?
Yes. The dry mix is designed to be ready in about 11 minutes on the stovetop or in the microwave, making it a practical option for a quick desk lunch or a fast side during a busy workday.
Can I prepare this pasta in a microwave at my desk without special equipment?
Yes. The 4.4 oz box can be prepared in a standard microwave-safe bowl with water, so no special pot, strainer, or burner is required for a single-serve office or dorm meal.
Will the creamy garlic flavor stay consistent across multiple quick lunches during the week?
Yes. Each sealed 4.4 oz pouch inside the box delivers the same measured seasoning blend, so the flavor and texture are consistent every time you make a fast lunch.
Does the box have a long enough shelf life to keep in my desk drawer or office pantry?
Yes. The product is shelf-stable, so it can be stored in a desk drawer, office cabinet, or small kitchen area as a reliable backup lunch option.
Can I add a protein like canned chicken or tuna to turn it into a fuller work lunch?
Yes. The creamy garlic sauce works as a flexible base, and adding canned chicken, tuna, or frozen vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking is a common way to stretch one box into a more complete desk meal.
Is this a good side dish to keep on hand for busy weeknight family dinners?
Yes. With an 11-minute cook time and minimal prep, it is built for hectic evenings when you need a reliable side on the table fast.
Can I use this as a base for a one-pan pasta dinner instead of just a side?
Yes. Many home cooks add cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, or artichokes to the creamy sauce to build a one-pan pasta meal from a single box.
Will the Knorr Pasta Sides box fit in a small dorm mini-fridge or shared kitchen shelf?
Yes. The slim 4.4 oz box is designed for tight storage and fits easily in dorm shelves, mini-fridges, and shared kitchen cabinets.
Is this a smart pantry item for stretching a tight student food budget?
Yes. A single low-cost box can be paired with affordable proteins and frozen vegetables to feed one or two people, making it a budget-friendly pantry staple.
How does Knorr Pasta Sides compare to making pasta from scratch on a busy weeknight?
Compared to scratch cooking, this box saves significant time because the sauce is pre-seasoned and ready in 11 minutes, with no extra spice shopping or sauce-making required.
What is the difference between Knorr Pasta Sides and Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic specifically?
The Creamy Garlic variety uses a Romano cheese-flavored creamy sauce with garlic and butter notes, while other Pasta Sides flavors offer different sauce profiles such as Alfredo, parmesan, or cheddar.
Is this better than instant ramen for a quick office or dorm lunch?
It depends on your goals. Compared to instant ramen, Knorr Pasta Sides offers a creamy garlic shell pasta with added vitamins and minerals, and a preservative-free dry mix, giving you a more filling, side-dish style option.
Will I need to buy milk, butter, or extra ingredients to prepare this at work?
No additional dairy is required. The creamy sauce is built into the seasoning packet, so you typically only need water to prepare it on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Is 4.4 oz enough food for a hungry adult lunch, or do I need a larger pack?
The single 4.4 oz box is designed as a side dish portion. For a larger single-serve lunch, the 12-pack option lets you cook two boxes or add a protein to fill out the meal.
What if my pasta turns out watery or the sauce doesn't thicken during a quick cook?
If the sauce looks thin, let it sit off the heat for 1 to 2 minutes so it can continue to absorb and thicken before serving, which is the most common fix for a too-runny result.
How do I cook Knorr Pasta Sides Creamy Garlic on the stovetop?
Bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan, stir in the pasta and the sauce packet, reduce heat to medium, and cook for about 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce thickens.
How do I prepare it in the microwave instead?
Combine 1 1/2 cups of water with the pasta and sauce packet in a microwave-safe bowl, microwave on high for about 11 minutes, stopping to stir once or twice, then let it sit for 1 to 2 minutes so the sauce can thicken before serving.
Can I add ingredients like chicken, vegetables, or cheese to the box?
Yes. The creamy garlic sauce is designed to work as a base, and adding cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, peas, mushrooms, or shredded cheese during the last few minutes of cooking is a common way to turn the box into a fuller meal.
Does this work with non-dairy milk or butter substitutes?
The sauce packet already contains the dairy-style flavoring, so you do not need to add milk or butter to prepare it. If you want to finish the dish with extra richness, a plant-based milk or butter substitute can be stirred in at the end.
Can I cook this in a rice cooker or Instant Pot?
The product is designed for stovetop and microwave preparation. A rice cooker is not recommended because it does not reach a rolling boil, and an Instant Pot would require adjusted liquid ratios that are not included on the package.
What is included inside the box?
Each 4.4 oz box contains one sealed pouch of dry shell pasta and one separate sauce packet. You provide the water; everything else needed to make the dish is in the box.
Is this product safe for people with wheat or soy allergies?
No. The product contains wheat and may contain traces of soy and sulfites, so it is not suitable for anyone with those allergies. Always read the full ingredient label before preparing.
How long does the box stay fresh in the pantry?
The 4.4 oz box is shelf-stable and sealed for long-term pantry storage. Check the best-by date printed on the package, and store it in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness.
What is the difference between Knorr Pasta Sides and a regular boxed pasta meal like mac and cheese?
Knorr Pasta Sides is a savory side dish with a Romano-cheese-flavored creamy sauce, while traditional mac and cheese kits are typically built around a cheddar cheese powder. Knorr Pasta Sides also includes added vitamins and minerals and a preservative-free dry mix.
