Description
Creamy and cheesy white sauce pasta is a delightful comfort food that brings warmth and joy to any table. This luscious dish features tender pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety b?chamel sauce, infused with garlic and a blend of gooey cheeses. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins, ensuring every bite is both satisfying and nostalgic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Stir until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and simmer for an additional minute. Stir in half of the cheese blend until melted, then season with salt and pepper.
- Combine drained pasta with the white sauce, mixing well to coat each noodle.
- Serve hot, garnished with remaining cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg