Creamy White Sauce Pasta

About this recipe

Experience the timeless elegance of creamy white sauce pasta. This recipe offers a luscious béchamel sauce coating tender pasta, enriched with a touch of garlic and a blend of cheeses for added depth. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a sophisticated meal, it’s a dish that satisfies every palate.

Ingredients

• 250 g pasta of choice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley (optional)

Directions

1. 1

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

2. 2

   In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Stir in flour, cooking and stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Gradually whisk in milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps, until the sauce begins to thicken.

5. 5

   Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper.

6. 6

   Fold in cooked pasta, tossing to coat evenly in the sauce.

7. 7

   Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with parsley before serving.