Homemade White Sauce Pasta: Step-by-Step Guide

White sauce pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for quick lunches or cozy dinners. Made with a simple béchamel sauce, this pasta recipe can be customized with vegetables, herbs, or even protein of your choice. Here’s a simple way to make delicious white sauce pasta at home.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 cup pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1½ cups milk (warm)
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ½ teaspoon chilli flakes (optional)
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano or mixed herbs
• ½ cup vegetables (capsicum, corn, broccoli, mushrooms, or carrots)
• 2 tablespoons grated cheese (optional)

Step-by-Step Method

Cook the Pasta
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.

Prepare the White Sauce
Heat butter in a pan and add garlic. Sauté briefly, then add flour and cook for a minute on low heat. Slowly pour in warm milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.