Pasta con Formaggio

Pasta con Formaggio is a creamy and comforting Italian dish that combines al dente pasta with a rich cheese sauce, making it the perfect supper for cheese lovers. This kosher recipe ensures a delightful balance of flavors while being simple enough for any home cook to master.

Ingredients

• Fusilli pasta - 200 grams
• Unsalted butter - 30 grams
• All-purpose flour - 20 grams
• Milk - 250 milliliters
• Grated Parmesan cheese - 100 grams
• Grated Pecorino cheese - 50 grams
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
2. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbly.
3. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes to create a roux, which should be light golden in color.
4. Gradually pour in the milk while whisking, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook, stirring, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan and Pecorino cheeses until melted and smooth.
6. Season the cheese sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
8. Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta and mix well, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.
9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from the cheese, beneficial for muscle repair.
• Contains calcium from the cheese, which is essential for strong bones.

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