White Sauce Pasta

White Sauce Pasta

Looking for a quick, elegant, and flavorful pasta dish?

This minimalist recipe relies on fresh ingredients and a touch of Jyoti Foods' white pepper for a sophisticated yet easy-to-make meal.

Ingredients:

For the Pasta: 

  • 1 pound dried pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or linguine work well)
  • Salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil 
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • Jyoti Foods White Pepper/Safed Mirch Powder

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    Instructions:

    1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions for al dente (cooked but still firm to the bite). Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water before draining.

    2. Make the Sauce: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

    3. Deglaze with Wine (Optional): If using white wine, add it to the pan and cook for a minute, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the alcohol simmer for a minute or two.

    4. Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

    5. Lemon Time! Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, and a generous pinch of Jyoti Foods White Pepper/Safed Mirch Powder. Season with salt to taste.

    6. Combine and Serve: Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy lemon sauce in the skillet. Add some reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached (a light coating, not soupy).

    7. Serve hot with additional grated Parmesan cheese and a lemon wedge for squeezing, if desired.

    Tips:

    • For a richer sauce, use full-fat cream cheese instead of heavy cream.
    • If you don't have white wine, you can use chicken or vegetable broth instead.

    Jyoti Foods offers a wide range of high-quality spices and ingredients to elevate your cooking. Explore our website to discover spices like white pepper, herbs, and other pantry staples to inspire your culinary adventures!

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