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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 penne pasta
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp butter/oil
1 onion chopped
1 tbsp garlic chopped
1 small carrot chopped
1/2 capsicum chopped
1/2 broccoli chopped
1/2 cup corns cooked
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp chili flakes
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup cooking cream
sprinkle of mozzarella cheese

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 2 cups of penne pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.

2

In a pan, heat 2 tbsp of butter or oil.

3

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.

4

Stir in chopped carrot, capsicum, and broccoli; cook until softened.

5

Add cooked corn, salt, black pepper, chili flakes, and Italian seasoning; mix well.

6

Incorporate cream cheese and cooking cream; stir until combined and creamy.

7

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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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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