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A Creamy Summer Pasta Salad with Philly Cooking Cream!

July 19, 2012 By admin 58 comments

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When the days heat up quickly and the temperature is topping out at 100+ degrees for days on end you want a meal that can be made in the morning and served quickly in the evening.  Something outside of the norm, even better-one that everyone will like!

I got tired of lettuce based salads and was looking for a way to spice up one of my favorite pasta salads.  I found an ingredient at the grocery store and thought it would be the perfect solution to jazzing up my ho hum salad plate and make the perfect accompaniment to any backyard BBQ or pitch-in!

Philadelphia Cream Cheese has a new line of cooking creams out right now that take many of the popular taste combinations and blended them with the smooth taste of the Philly that we all love. It is an easy top blend, spoonable cream cheese that comes in 9 zesty flavors!  I picked up a container of Savory Lemon & Herb and when I got home I got to work.

What I created was a light, creamy and flavorful  pasta salad that took the traditional Greek pasta salad and gave it an American spin.  The cool, herby taste of the cooking cream did the trick!

I would LOVE to know what you think? Does this recipe sound good to you? Would you make any changes or additions? I want to hear from YOU.  Please leave a comment below.

I am participating in a virtual BBQ with several other bloggers on behalf of Kraft Foods the maker of Philly Cooking Cream.  Each of us has 24 hours to get the most comments.  The winner who receives the most comments wins $500!!
I was provided with one container of PCC but I was not compensated monetarily for this post. I just love the idea of a BBQ and what better way to have a pitch-in than to share recipes with friends!  All opinions are my own ????


Creamy Greek Pasta Salad with Spinach
1 10 oz tub of Philly Cooking Cream Savory Lemon & Herb 
1 medium cucumber, seeded and diced
1 C of black olives, drained and sliced in half
2 C of grape tomatoes, sliced in half
1 small red onion, diced
4-6 C of baby spinach, chopped lightly
4-6 oz of Feta cheese
1 1/2 tsp of dried oregano
1 tsp of lemon zest
3 TB of milk
pinch of kosher salt
fresh black pepper to taste
4 C of dried small tube pasta, I used Piccolini Penne by Barilla

Cook pasta until Al Dente, drain and rinse.
In a large bowl add the cooking cream, milk, oregano, zest, salt, and pepper.  Whisk to combine.  Add the drained and cooled pasta.  Toss to combine.  Add the olives, cucumber, tomato and onion.  Combine.  Add the Chopped spinach and feta. Lightly toss and chill for one hour or serve immediately.

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Comments

58 responses to “A Creamy Summer Pasta Salad with Philly Cooking Cream!”

  1. michele n says:
    July 19, 2012 at 1:28 pm
    this looks delicious, i cant wait to try it!
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  2. StudioJewel - lisa lehmann says:
    July 19, 2012 at 1:36 pm
    this looks so very yummy! thanks for sharing!
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  3. Elizabeth R., EA says:
    July 19, 2012 at 1:50 pm
    Ok 3rd time is a charm on leaving a stinking comment.. I love cream cheese and can't wait to try this!
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  4. Anonymous says:
    July 19, 2012 at 1:56 pm
    Looks magical !!! Love greek pasta !!
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  5. Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says:
    July 19, 2012 at 2:24 pm
    This looks lovely, all my favourite ingredients in one salad! :)
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  6. Lisa says:
    July 19, 2012 at 2:35 pm
    This looks ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! Going to have to try this!!!!
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  7. Valford68 says:
    July 19, 2012 at 2:36 pm
    This looks so yummy! I've been wondering what to do with this new product. Can't wait to try it!
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  8. Anonymous says:
    July 19, 2012 at 2:39 pm
    Thank you for posting another delicious looking recipe, can't wait to try this one!
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  9. Laura says:
    July 19, 2012 at 2:42 pm
    Yum! Will definitely make this soon.
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  10. Red Gold Tomatoes says:
    July 19, 2012 at 2:48 pm
    Hi Heather the recipe looks delicious. Best of luck and I hope you win the contest. You are a WINNER in my book! Red Gold Lady
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  11. Lisa @ Lisa's Dinnertime Dish says:
    July 19, 2012 at 2:53 pm
    This looks delicious, Heather! I love easy make ahead meals in the summer, they're perfect for a hot day!
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  12. Terra says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:00 pm
    Holy cats, ya this sounds good!!! I love hearty, delicious Summer salads like this:-) Hugs, Terra
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  13. jmwhite60 says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:02 pm
    Looks yummy! Good luck -- hope you win!
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  14. Terri D. says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:16 pm
    This looks great! Sounds delicious and it is something different, not your ho hum pasta salad!
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  15. "The Queen of Free" says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:21 pm
    Can you bring some over? YUM?
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  16. Bargain Briana says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:22 pm
    Oh, love things with spinach in it! Now just need someone to cook it for me! :)
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  17. Mom for Less says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:28 pm
    Yummy! This looks amazing.
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  18. Perri says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:35 pm
    4th time EVERYTHING IS BETTER WITH PHILLY:)
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  19. Debi....Recipes For My Boys says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:35 pm
    I LOVE this Heather! I do not eat mayo, nope, not at all! This is my kind of pasta salad. Looking forward to making it. Reply
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  20. Denise says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:38 pm
    This actually looks good! I'm not a big spinach fan, but I would try this! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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  21. Stephanie says:
    July 19, 2012 at 3:52 pm
    Looks delicious!
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  22. VillaVanilla says:
    July 19, 2012 at 4:02 pm
    Looks delicious! Thank you for this yummi tips :-)
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  23. Heather says:
    July 19, 2012 at 4:09 pm
    This looks and sounds oh so good!!! Bummed that I just got back from the grocery store and than saw this. May have to make an emergency stop just to get the ingredients I don't have. Thanks for sharing! Heather C
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  24. April Tuell Angels Homestead says:
    July 19, 2012 at 4:31 pm
    Yum! This looks delicious. Pinned it to try soon.
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  25. thepapercupkitchen says:
    July 19, 2012 at 4:59 pm
    Oooooh yummy Heather!!! Looks wonderful!!
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  26. Timeless Pieces Auctions, Antiques & eBay says:
    July 19, 2012 at 5:31 pm
    Looks wonderful and fresh and I am ready for it right now!
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  27. Nancy Wolff says:
    July 19, 2012 at 5:44 pm
    Looks like an awesome summer salad!
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  28. Lindiwe says:
    July 19, 2012 at 5:45 pm
    I can't wait to try this, looks great!
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  29. cheeseandicecream says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:00 pm
    Nice post! I feel the reduced fat new Onion and Chive cheese is pretty stellar, also I feel arugula is very underutilized, thus I would swap that peppery green inplace of the spinach
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  30. dori.M says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:04 pm
    Looks amazing..can't wait to try this.
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  31. KajunKJ says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:15 pm
    Looks like a yummy refreshing salad. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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  32. Shannon's Shanonigins says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:17 pm
    I LOVE Philly Cooking Creme! How fun to see more recipes for this great product. I was so lucky to be sent this product before it ever hit the market and it was love at first bite. Great post!
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  33. SpiceofLifeDesigns says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:26 pm
    This looks tasty! The only thing I might add is a little gyro meat... because I live in a family of carnivores!
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  34. Tracey Levy says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:42 pm
    Looks so tasty! Definitely planning on trying the dish this summer!
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  35. Brodi LaRoche says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:44 pm
    This looks amazing!
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  36. Shirley Azachee says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:48 pm
    Yum! Looks very tasty Heather! Can't wait to try it, Thanks :)
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  37. Shirley Azachee says:
    July 19, 2012 at 6:50 pm
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  38. Jeanne MacKenzie says:
    July 19, 2012 at 7:38 pm
    Vote!! Mmmmmmmm Thanks for sharing!
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  39. Cris Goode says:
    July 19, 2012 at 7:40 pm
    Looks yummy! Love those cooking creams!
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  40. booklady63 says:
    July 19, 2012 at 9:03 pm
    Thanks for a quick and easy summer meal idea! I love simple when it's hot. :)
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  41. Marlys Folly says:
    July 19, 2012 at 9:15 pm
    YUM! That sounds good... the only thing I might change is use fresh oregano (as I have some growing in a pot :)). I have used the cooking creams and love the flavor..
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  42. ROb Young says:
    July 19, 2012 at 10:26 pm
    This looks great. Simple, fresh and tasty.
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  43. ROb Young says:
    July 19, 2012 at 10:26 pm
    This looks great. Simple, fresh and tasty.
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  44. Mippy says:
    July 19, 2012 at 11:48 pm
    Yum! I just bought the Philadelphia creme today so I can make this soon! It looks SO good! thank you for the recipe! :)
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  45. Brenda says:
    July 20, 2012 at 12:00 am
    I vote for this recipe!
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  46. Lisa L. says:
    July 20, 2012 at 12:18 am
    This looks so good! It definitely gets my vote! So creative.
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  47. Jessie says:
    July 20, 2012 at 1:01 am
    Saw this on facebook this morning. I picked up all the ingredients to make it today. I haven't made it yet but realized I never came over here & voted.
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  48. Megan Lehman says:
    July 20, 2012 at 1:09 am
    That looks delicious! I love chilled pasta salads and will have to try this out on a family vacation next week. Good luck!
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  49. Hilary B. says:
    July 20, 2012 at 1:10 am
    Voting! Good Luck!
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  50. elizabeth in n.j. says:
    July 20, 2012 at 1:21 am
    yours gets my vote
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  51. Dee Roberts says:
    July 20, 2012 at 1:28 am
    Saw this on Pinterest today! Yummy - good luck!
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  52. Lisa New says:
    July 20, 2012 at 2:05 am
    Looks yummy!!
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  53. blondk8 says:
    July 20, 2012 at 2:14 am
    That looks perfect for this hot weather !! Can't wait to try it.
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  54. Laura Ann says:
    July 20, 2012 at 12:07 pm
    Definitely have my vote. Great summer dish.
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  55. Christine says:
    July 20, 2012 at 12:55 pm
    Looking forward to trying this recipe!
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  56. Mahala says:
    July 20, 2012 at 1:35 pm
    You did a great job. this sounds like a great summer pasta salad that I know my whole family would love.
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  57. Lark (SparkyLarky)@ Lark's Country Heart says:
    July 20, 2012 at 2:39 pm
    Sounds Divine Heather! I am a HUGE Philadelphia Cream Cheese Fan...it just makes my mouth water!
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  58. Kimby says:
    July 23, 2012 at 11:15 pm
    Heather, BOTH of your pastas sound fantastic "as is!" I wouldn't change a thing.
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