Description
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful white sauce spaghetti that is sure to become a family favorite. This easy-to-make pasta dish combines al dente spaghetti with a rich garlic Parmesan sauce, topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a delightful finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Spaghetti:
- 8 oz spaghetti
White Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk (warmed)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti: In salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the white sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, sauté garlic, add flour, then slowly whisk in warm milk. Cook until thickened. Stir in Parmesan, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Combine: Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce, toss to coat.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For extra richness, consider adding a splash of heavy cream or using half-and-half.
- Enhance the dish by incorporating sautéed mushrooms, cooked chicken, or steamed broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
