Pasta al Latte

Pasta al Latte is a comforting Italian breakfast dish featuring pasta cooked in creamy milk, flavored with cinnamon and sweetened with honey. It's a delightful way to start the day, offering a unique blend of textures and flavors that is both satisfying and nourishing.

Ingredients

• Pasta (small shapes like ditalini) - 100 grams
• Milk - 500 milliliters
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Cinnamon powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Chopped nuts (like almonds or walnuts) - 30 grams
• Fresh fruit (like berries or sliced banana) - for topping

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. Add the pasta and a pinch of salt to the simmering milk, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
3. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
4. Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
5. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
6. Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute to cool slightly.
7. Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with chopped nuts and fresh fruit.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 16 g
• Sodium: 90 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains protein and healthy fats from nuts, supporting muscle health.

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