White Sauce Pasta Recipe : In the mood for a hot, comforting, creamy pasta on a lazy afternoon? White sauce pasta is your answer! It’s rich, cheesy, and so comforting. Ever had white sauce pasta at a restaurant and wished how delicious it would have been if you had made it at home? Well, now you can. Here is a no-nonsense, easy recipe for you to make at home!
What You Need:
For the White Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour (plain or all-purpose)
1 cup milk (whole milk is ideal)
1/2 cup cream (optional, but makes it wonderfully creamy)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
A pinch of nutmeg (optional, but a great flavour)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional, but an added richness)
For the Pasta:
200g of your preferred pasta (penne, spaghetti, fusilli… your choice!)
Salt (for the pasta water)
Water (for boiling the pasta)
Optional Topping:
1 tbsp butter or olive oil (to sauté some veggies)
1/2 cup sliced vegetables (e.g., mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini – your choice!)
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional cheesy goodness)
Fresh basil or parsley (a splash of color and flavor booster)
Now Let’s Get Cooking:
Boil the Pasta
1. Fill a large pan with some water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to the boil.
2. Add your pasta in now. Boil for the time specified on the packet (about 8-10 minutes).
3. Drain your cooked pasta, but don’t drain down the water! Keep a bit of it back – we may find that we will need to add some to the sauce later.
Make the White Sauce
1. Melt the butter in a pan over the medium heat. Add flour and cook for 2 minutes. This is the roux, and it thickens your sauce.
2. Pour the milk slowly, continuously stirring to prevent the sauce from becoming lumpy. If richness is desired, add cream, and continue to stir until your sauce thickens.
3. Add salt, pepper, nutmeg, and some cheese for cheesy pasta.
If you’re using vegetables, put some butter or olive oil in a pan and sauté your vegetables until they’re tender.
Add the pasta and sauce and stir them together so the pasta is coated well. Don’t forget to add in the combination of your veggies if you’re using them!
Now serve your pasta, and if you’re an even cheesier sort of person, top with a layer of mozzarella cheese, and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or basil on top.
Some Serving Tips:
Serve warm and creamy. Sprinkle some extra parmesan if you just can’t get enough of the stuff
It is also delicious served with garlic bread or a plain salad.
Tips to Make It Even Better Quickly
Use full cream milk – This will provide the biggest creaminess and richness to the sauce.
Grate your cheese yourself – Fresh mozzarella or Parmesan cheese freshly grated yourself will make the flavor difference HUGE.
Spice it up – Spice things up with a few chili flakes or a light sprinkle of ground nutmeg over the top of the sauce.
Don’t overcook the pasta – It will be best if the pasta is slightly firm (al dente) because it doesn’t become mushy after it is mixed with the sauce.
Preparation of white sauce pasta in your home kitchen should not intimidate you. With simple ingredients and techniques, you can have a creamy, comforting dish as tasty as when you order it in your own restaurant nearby from your home. Sharing this meal with yourself, your friends and family, or your company will not disappoint you.
So, reheat and give it a try. You’re a pro
This is an easy, easy, and wonderful recipe for a home dinner. Enjoy your white sauce pasta at home. It’s just wonderful.