White Sauce Pasta Recipe
A comforting dish with creamy white sauce and tender penne pasta, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 box Penne pasta (16 oz). This pasta shape holds the creamy sauce well.
- 4 tablespoons Salted butter
- 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
- ¼ cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ⅓ cup Shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the instructions on the box, salting the water beforehand.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the salted butter over medium heat, then add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute while stirring continuously to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth and lemon juice, bringing the mixture to a boil and cooking until thickened, around 5-10 minutes.
- Whisk in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning until the mixture is hot and thick.
- Stir in the shredded parmesan cheese until completely melted into the sauce.
- Combine the cooked penne pasta with the creamy sauce and stir well. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust sauce thickness with broth or cream as needed.
- Experiment with add-ins like vegetables or proteins.
Nutrition
Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
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