White Pasta Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
271 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
White Pasta Sauce Recipe
Description
The preparation begins with cooking penne pasta to an al dente texture according to package directions. Meanwhile, butter is melted in a saucepan, and minced garlic is briefly sautéed to release its aroma without browning. Flour is then whisked in to form a roux, which cooks briefly to eliminate raw flour taste. Next, milk and chicken broth are gradually added while stirring continuously to prevent lumps as the sauce thickens.
Once the sauce reaches a simmer and thick consistency, grated Parmesan cheese is stirred in along with salt and black pepper to taste. The cooked pasta is incorporated directly into the sauce, ensuring each piece is coated. The garlic flavor is gentle but noticeable, enhancing the creamy texture provided by the cheese and milk.
This sauce works well as a quick, comforting pasta meal. It should be served promptly to enjoy the sauce at its best consistency. Adjust seasoning according to preference, and the sauce can be modified by adding herbs or cooked vegetables if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta to al dente based on the package instructions.
- Melt the butter in a sauce pan over medium heat. Add in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minutes.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute until the mixture has thickened slightly.
- Then whisk in the milk and broth, stirring constantly until the sauce starts to boil and thickens.
- Then add in the grated parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Stir until the cheese has melted.
- Stir in the pasta and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 271 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 271kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 551mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 143mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 376IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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