Pasta

Pasta originates from Italy and is made from durum wheat flour mixed with water or eggs, shaped into various forms and cooked. It comes in dried or fresh categories, each designed for specific sauces.

🤍🍝 White Sauce Pasta (Creamy & Easy)

📝 IngredientsFor pastaPasta (penne/fusilli/macaroni) – 1 cupWater – for boilingSalt – 1 tspOil – 1 tspFor white sauceButter – 2 tbspMaida (all-purpose flour) – 2 tbspMilk – 1½ cups (warm)Salt – to tasteBlack pepper – ½ tspMixed herbs – 1 tspRed chilli flakes – ½ tsp (optional)Veggies (optional but recommended)Garlic – 1 tsp (finely chopped)Onion – 2 tbsp (optional)Capsicum – ¼ cup (sliced)Sweet corn – ¼ cupBroccoli or mushroom – ¼ cupExtrasCheese – 2 tbsp (optional)Fresh cream – 2 tbsp (optional)👩‍🍳 MethodBoil pasta in plenty of water with salt and oil till al dente.Drain and keep aside.Heat butter in a pan. Add chopped garlic (and onion if using).Sauté till fragrant, don’t brown.Add maida and cook on low flame for 1 minute until raw smell goes.Slowly add warm milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.Cook till sauce thickens. Add salt, black pepper, herbs, and chilli flakes.Add vegetables and cook for 2–3 minutes (keep veggies slightly crunchy).Add boiled pasta, mix well.Add cheese and cream if using.Switch off flame. Serve hot and creamy.🍽️ Serving SuggestionsTop with extra cheese or herbsServe with garlic bread or soupAdd grilled chicken for a non-veg version✨ TipsIf sauce thickens too much, add a little milkFor extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmegUse olive oil + butter for restaurant-style taste

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