Cheesy Pasta Delight
Indulge in pure comfort food bliss with this Cheesy Pasta Delight, a creamy, gooey masterpiece that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Featuring al dente pasta enveloped in a luscious three-cheese sauce made with Cheddar, Parmesan, and Mozzarella, this recipe delivers rich, bold flavors in every bite. The sauce, infused with garlic, a hint of nutmeg, and velvety milk, is effortlessly crafted to perfection. Ready in just 40 minutes, this ultimate cheesy pasta dish is ideal for serving a crowd and can be elevated with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of elegance. Whether you’re craving indulgent comfort or hosting pasta night, this recipe is bound to be a family favorite. Keywords: cheesy pasta, creamy pasta recipe, garlic cheese sauce, comfort food, pasta dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Pasta
- 50 g Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 500 ml Milk
- 150 g Cheddar cheese, grated
- 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 100 g Mozzarella cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg, ground (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Sprinkle in the flour, stirring constantly, and cook for another minute until the mixture is smooth and slightly golden.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken, about 4-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated cheddar, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses. Mix until the cheeses have melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Season the cheese sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce, tossing gently to ensure all the pasta is well-coated.
Serve the cheesy pasta hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.7 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.2 g | 421% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 428 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4498 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.9 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 116.8 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 3058 mg | 235% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1254 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
