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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
8 oz pasta
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup fresh parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup mushrooms
2 cups spinach
1 lb chicken
1 cup peas

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

Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.

2

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until foamy.

3

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

4

Stir in all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

5

Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

6

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

7

Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.

8

Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.

9

Fold in sautéed mushrooms and spinach, cooking until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

10

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large potsaucepanwhiskcolanderspatula

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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