2	Pkgs. (3 oz. each)	Cream cheese, softened
1/2	Cup	Margarine or butter, softened & divided
2	Tbsps.	Fresh parsley, minced
1	Tsp.	Dried basil
1/2	Tsp.	Lemon-pepper seasoning
2/3	Cup	Boiling water
1	Clove	Garlic, minced
6	Cups	Thin hot cooked noodles
2/3	Cup	Parmesan cheese, grated & divided
		Additional parsley for garnish (optional)

In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, parsley, basil and lemon-pepper seasoning. Stir in water; keep warm. In a saucepan, saute garlic in remaining butter until lightly browned. Place noodles in a serving bowl; top with garlic mixture. Sprinkle with half of the parmesan cheese; toss lightly. Spoon cream sauce over noodles and sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese. Garnish with parsley if desired.

YIELD: 8 Servings