Description
Creamy white sauce penne pasta brings Italian comfort to your dinner table with its silky, rich texture. Parmesan cheese and herbs elevate this classic dish, creating a luxurious meal you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (16-ounce) package penne pasta
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
- Garlic salt with parsley flakes, or salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Thickening Agent:
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Boil penne pasta in salted water until al dente, then carefully drain and reserve.
- In a spacious skillet, gently melt butter over medium flame, creating a silky base for the sauce.
- Introduce minced garlic to the melted butter, stirring vigorously to release its aromatic essence without browning.
- Sprinkle flour into the butter-garlic mixture, whisking continuously to form a smooth, golden roux that will thicken the sauce.
- Slowly stream milk and chicken broth into the roux, maintaining constant motion to prevent any unwanted lumps from forming.
- Allow the liquid to simmer and transform, watching as the sauce gradually thickens and develops a luxurious consistency.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, garlic salt, and black pepper, stirring until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes velvety.
- Gently fold the cooked penne into the creamy sauce, ensuring each pasta tube is lavishly coated with the white sauce.
- For extra indulgence, sprinkle mozzarella or additional Parmesan on top, letting it melt into the warm dish.
- Transfer to serving plates, garnishing with a light dusting of fresh parsley or Parmesan for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Master the art of creating a silky-smooth sauce by whisking constantly and adding liquids gradually to prevent lumps.
- Customize this versatile pasta dish by adding cooked chicken, vegetables, or experimenting with different cheese combinations for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg