How to make White Sauce Pasta?

Making white sauce pasta is a delicious and creamy dish that can be easily prepared at home. Here's a simple recipe to guide you through the process:

Ingredients:

1. 250 grams of pasta (penne, fettuccine, or any preferred type)


2. 2 tablespoons of butter


3. 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour


4. 2 cups of milk


5. 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese


6. Salt and pepper to taste


7. Optional: minced garlic, chopped onions, chopped parsley for added flavor

Instructions:

1. 
   

   Cook the Pasta: Start by boiling water in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it's al dente (firm to the bite). Drain the cooked pasta and set it aside.

   
   


2. 
   

   Prepare the White Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. If using garlic and onions, sauté them in the butter until they become translucent and aromatic.

   
   


3. 
   

   Add Flour: Once the butter is melted, add the all-purpose flour to the saucepan. Stir continuously with a whisk to form a smooth paste, known as a roux. Cook the roux for about 2-3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste, but be careful not to let it brown.

   
   


4. 
   

   Add Milk: Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Keep whisking until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth. This will form the base of your white sauce.

   
   


5. 
   

   Season and Cheese: Season the white sauce with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Then, add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until the cheese melts completely, giving the sauce a creamy texture and cheesy flavor.

   
   


6. 
   

   Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the white sauce in the saucepan. Gently toss the pasta in the sauce until it's well coated and heated through. If the sauce is too thick, you can adjust the consistency by adding a splash of milk.

   
   


7. 
   

   Serve: Once the pasta is coated evenly with the white sauce and heated, turn off the heat. You can garnish the dish with chopped parsley for freshness and extra flavor.

   
   


8. 
   

   Enjoy: Serve the white sauce pasta hot, either as a main dish or a side dish. You can also sprinkle some more grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving for an extra cheesy finish.

   
   

This homemade white sauce pasta is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a comforting meal any time of the day.