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White Sauce Pasta

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, White Sauce Pasta, or 'Pasta al Sugo Bianco', showcases the versatility of pasta paired with a creamy béchamel sauce. Traditionally enjoyed as a comforting family meal, it reflects the Italian love for simple yet flavorful dishes. Today, this dish has gained popularity worldwide, with countless variations incorporating local ingredients like vegetables or proteins.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups pasta
1 lb chicken
1 cup bell pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon oregano
2 tablespoons garlic paste
2 tablespoons oil
2 cups milk
1 cup cream
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch thickens without gluten.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories, while the cornstarch thickens the sauce.

1

Boil pasta in salted water for about 3-5 minutes until cooked; drain and set aside.

2

In a pan, heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil and add garlic paste; sauté until fragrant.

3

Add chicken to the pan and cook until it turns white.

4

Mix in spices: black pepper, cumin powder, chili flakes, and oregano; stir well.

5

Add chopped bell pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

6

Mix in the boiled pasta and combine thoroughly.

7

In another pan, melt butter and add all-purpose flour; mix continuously for 2-3 minutes.

8

Gradually add milk and cream, stirring until smooth and thickened.

9

Add mozzarella cheese and mix until melted and creamy.

10

Layer half of the pasta mixture in a baking dish, then pour the white sauce over it, followed by the remaining pasta.

11

Top with more mozzarella cheese and sprinkle oregano.

12

Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 20-25 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingwhisking

Equipment Needed

panbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pasta al Sugo BiancoPasta with White Sauce
Local Name: Pasta alla Besciamella

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