--- title: "Sour Cream Pasta Sauce Recipe" url: https://www.whiskaffair.com/sour-cream-pasta-sauce-recipe/ date: 2025-05-06 modified: 2025-06-04 lang: en author: "Neha Mathur" description: "This Sour Cream Pasta Sauce will take your simple pasta to the next level. Make in under 15 minutes using my easy recipe." categories: - "American" - "Sauces" image: https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-2-3.jpg word_count: 838 --- # Sour Cream Pasta Sauce Recipe This** Sour Cream Pasta Sauce **will take your simple pasta to the next level. Make it in under 15 minutes using my easy recipe. If you like this recipe, try [Red Wine Pasta Sauce](https://www.whiskaffair.com/red-wine-pasta-sauce-recipe/), [Sun Dried Tomato Pesto](https://www.whiskaffair.com/sun-dried-tomato-pesto-recipe/), [Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce](https://www.whiskaffair.com/lemon-garlic-butter-sauce-recipe/), and [Cilantro Chimichurri](https://www.whiskaffair.com/cilantro-chimichurri/). ![Sour cream pasta sauce served in a bowl.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-2-1.jpg) ## Table of Contents - About Sour Cream Pasta Sauce- Ingredients- How To Make Pasta Sauce With Sour Cream- Sour Cream Pasta Sauce FAQs- Serving Suggestions- Other Sauce Recipes We Recommend- Sour Cream Pasta Sauce Recipe Recipe If a few sauces are handy, life becomes very easy. I always make and store at least one sauce in my fridge. These sauces can then be used to make or top various dishes. I recently came across a recipe for pasta sauce made with sour cream. I had a tub of sour cream sitting in my fridge, so I thought I would give the recipe a try. It was approved by everyone at home. ## About Sour Cream Pasta Sauce This** Pasta Sauce** is the easiest and yummiest pasta sauce you can make on a busy day. It is creamy, needs simple pantry ingredients, and comes together in** under 15 minutes.** Once the sauce is ready, toss in some cooked pasta and sauteed veggies or meat, and you have a** quick meal** in no time. ## Ingredients **Sour Cream **- I like to use full-fat [sour cream](https://www.whiskaffair.com/homemade-sour-cream/), but you can also** **use light or fat-free sour cream to reduce calories. **Butter** - Adds a rich flavor to the sauce. You can use salted or unsalted butter. **Garlic** - Use fresh garlic for the best taste. **Flour** - It thickens and adds creaminess to the sauce. **Milk **- Use whole milk for a rich, creamy sauce. You can also make it with low-fat or skim milk. **Seasonings** - Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg powder. Adjust it according to your choice. You can also add your choice of seasoning, such as [Cajun seasoning](https://www.whiskaffair.com/best-homemade-cajun-seasoning-recipe/), mustard, red pepper flakes, or paprika, for added flavor. ## How To Make Pasta Sauce With Sour Cream **Step 1:** Heat 2 tbsp butter (salted or unsalted ) in a pan over medium heat. ![Butter heating in a pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-Step-1.jpg) **Step 2:** Once the butter is melted, add 2 tsp minced garlic and cook for 30-40 seconds. ![Garlic added to the pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-Step-2.jpg) **Step 3:** Add 1 tbsp of all-purpose flour and saute for 30-40 seconds. ![Flour added to the pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-Step-3.jpg) **Step 4:** Pour 1 cup of milk slowly while whisking to make a smooth mixture. ![Milk added to the pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-Step-4.jpg) **Step 5:** Add the following ingredients and mix well. - 1/2 tsp salt - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper - 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg ![Salt, pepper and nutmeg added to the pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-Step-5.jpg) **Step 6:** Cook until the sauce thickens, stirring continuously. ![Thickened sauce.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-Step-6.jpg) **Step 7:** Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in 1 cup of sour cream. ![Whisking sour cream into the sauce.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-Step-7.jpg) **Step 8:** The sauce is ready. Use it as desired. ![Ready sour cream pasta sauce.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-Step-8.jpg) ## Sour Cream Pasta Sauce FAQs **Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream in pasta sauce?** You can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream in pasta sauce. Greek yogurt has a similar tangy flavor and creamy consistency, making it a suitable substitute. **How to store sour cream pasta sauce?** This pasta sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat at low heat in a pan, or in small bursts in the microwave, until hot. Do not heat on high, as the sour cream may curdle. I do not recommend freezing it as the sour cream may curdle or become grainy once the sauce is thawed. ## Serving Suggestions **Fettuccine Alfredo**: Toss the sauce with freshly cooked fettuccine, then top with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan. **Baked Potatoes**: Spoon the sauce over a baked potato and sprinkle with bacon bits and chives. **Stuffed Shells**: Fill cooked pasta shells with ricotta, spinach, and ground beef, then top with sour cream sauce. **Grilled Chicken**: Grill chicken breasts and serve with a dollop of this sauce and a side of roasted vegetables. **Vegetable Pasta Salad**: Toss cooked pasta with fresh vegetables such as cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, then dress with pasta sauce. **Meatball Subs**: Top a toasted sub roll with meatballs, marinara sauce, and a generous dollop of pasta sauce. **Seafood Linguine**: Serve the sauce over linguine, with shrimp or scallops, and sprinkle with chopped parsley and lemon zest. **Quesadillas**: Spread it on a flour tortilla and add shredded cheese, cooked chicken or beef, and vegetables. Fold in half and cook until crispy. ## Other Sauce Recipes We Recommend [![Haitian epis served in a bowl.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Haitian-Epis-2-3-600x800.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/haitian-epis-recipe/)Sauces ### Haitian Epis Recipe (Haitian Seasoning Base) [![This light, tangy, and super flavorful Red Wine Pasta Sauce comes together using a few ingredients in under an hour. Take your red pasta a notch higher using this easy sauce recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free, and can be easily made vegan).](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Red-Wine-Pasta-Sauce-2-3-600x800.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/red-wine-pasta-sauce-recipe/)Sauces ### Red Wine Pasta Sauce [![Homemade Szechuan sauce (Schezwan chutney) in a bowl, glossy and deep red, ready to use in fried rice, noodles, or as a dip.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Schezwan-Sauce-2-3-600x800.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/homemade-schezwan-sauce-recipe/)Sauces ### Schezwan Sauce Recipe (Szechuan Chutney) [![Pomegranate molasses is an essential ingredient in traditional Middle Eastern cooking, and it is made by reducing pomegranate juice. Here is how to make it at home using my simple recipe (vegan, gluten-free).](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Pomegranate-Molasses-2-4-600x800.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/pomegranate-molasses-recipe/)Sauces ### Pomegranate Molasses ![Sour cream pasta sauce served in a bowl.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sour-Cream-Pasta-Sauce-2-3-150x150.jpg) [ Print Recipe](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wprm_print/sour-cream-pasta-sauce-recipe) - 5 from 3 votes ## Sour Cream Pasta Sauce Recipe This **pasta sauce **will take your simple pasta to the next level. Make in under 15 minutes using my easy recipe. Prep Time5 minutes minsCook Time10 minutes minsTotal Time15 minutes mins Course: SauceCuisine: AmericanDiet: Vegetarian Servings: 4 people Calories: 212kcal Author: [Neha Mathur](https://www.whiskaffair.com/about-me/) ### Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter salted or unsalted- 2 teaspoons minced garlic- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour- 1 cup milk- ½ teaspoon salt- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg- 1 cup sour creamUS Customary - Metric ### Instructions - Heat butter in a pan over medium heat.- Once the butter is melted, add garlic and cook for 30-40 seconds. - Add flour and saute for 30-40 seconds.- Pour milk slowly and whisk simultaneously to make a smooth mixture.- Add salt, black pepper, and nutmeg and mix well- Cook until the sauce thickens, stirring continuously. - Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in sour cream- Pasta sauce is ready. Use it as desired. ### Video ### Notes You can add the seasoning of your choice such as Cajun seasoning, mustard, red pepper flakes, paprika, etc for added flavor. ### Nutrition Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 377mg | Potassium: 177mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 634IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 0.2mg