Pasta with White Sauce: Easy and Delicious Recipe for Any Time

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Have you ever imagined making a pasta with white sauce delicious with ingredients you already have at home? Today I'm going to teach you how to prepare this super easy and quick recipe that will make everyone's mouth water.

Let's go on this culinary adventure together and discover how to make pasta with white sauce that is practical and perfect for any occasion. Let's go!

How to make Pasta in White Sauce

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Pasta with White Sauce – Credits: Cris' Recipes

Ingredients:

  • 250g of pasta (I used bow-tie pasta, but you can use any type)
  • 1 and a half liters of water
  • 1/2 level tablespoon of salt
  • 500ml milk (preferably cold)
  • 2 tablespoons margarine or butter
  • 2 tablespoons of wheat flour (without yeast)
  • Grated nutmeg to taste (or 1 heaping spoonful of grated parmesan cheese)
  • Black pepper to taste (optional)
  • Grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation method:

  1. Cook the pasta in 1.5 liters of water with half a tablespoon of salt until al dente (approximately 6 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  2. Em uma panela, derreta a margarina e adicione a farinha de trigo. Mexa bem até formar uma pasta homogênea.
  3. Add the cold milk all at once, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook over low heat until the sauce thickens.
  4. Season with salt to taste and add grated nutmeg or parmesan cheese, depending on your preference.
  5. If desired, add a pinch of black pepper.
  6. Mix the sauce with the cooked pasta and serve immediately.

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Servings:

2 servings

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Additional Suggestions:

  • Acrescente frango desfiado ou presunto picado para uma versão mais completa.
  • Finish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for an extra touch of flavor.

Tips:

  • If the sauce is too thick, add a little more milk.
  • If the sauce is thin, dissolve a little wheat flour in water and add it to the sauce, stirring well.

Main Questions about the Recipe:

How to prevent white sauce from clumping?

Use cold milk and stir constantly to avoid lumps. Cook on low heat.

Can I use another type of pasta?

Yes, any type of pasta works well with this white sauce.

What to do if the white sauce is too thick?

Add more milk little by little until you reach the desired consistency.

Can I add other seasonings to the white sauce?

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Yes, garlic and onion are great for adding extra flavor to the sauce.

How to store leftover pasta with white sauce?

Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat over low heat, adding a little milk if necessary.

Is it possible to freeze white sauce?

Yes, the sauce can be frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat over low heat.

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