Creamy Baked Vegetable Pasta in White SauceVeg
Indulge in this comforting Baked Pasta, a perfect blend of creamy white sauce, nutritious mixed vegetables, and perfectly cooked pasta. This wholesome dish is elevated with aromatic garlic, onions, and a sprinkle of spices, all finished with a generous layer of melted cheese. Baked to golden perfection, it is an ideal meal for family dinners or a quick, cheesy treat. Simple to prepare, this recipe brings the authentic taste of Italian-style comfort food right to your home kitchen.
Ingredients
For the White Sauce:
1 tbsp Butter
1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (Maida)
4 cloves Garlic (chopped)
1 no. Onion (chopped)
1 cup Milk
1 tsp Oregano
1 tsp Red Chilli Flakes
1 tsp Black Pepper Powder
to taste Salt
2 cups of Mixed Vegetables (blanched)
1 cup Water
For Cooking the Pasta:
1 l Water
1 tsp Salt
1 cup Grated Cheese
1 cup Weikfield Fusilli Pasta
Instructions
Step 1— Prepare the White Sauce
1
Melt the butter in a pan over low heat.
2
Add the refined flour and stir continuously until the mixture is fragrant and nutty, being careful not to let it burn.
3
Add the chopped garlic and red onion, continuing to stir on low heat.
4
Gradually pour in the milk in small amounts, stirring constantly to prevent any lumps from forming as the sauce begins to thicken.
5
Season the sauce with dried oregano, chilli flakes, freshly cracked black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
6
Add the blanched mixed vegetables and a cup of water.
7
Increase the heat and let the mixture come to a rolling boil.
8
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Step 2— Cook the Pasta
1
Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a separate pot and add salt.
2
Add the fusilli pasta and boil for 10–12 minutes, or until the pasta is three-fourths cooked (al dente).
Step 3— Assemble and Bake
1
Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly into the prepared white sauce. Mix everything thoroughly.
2
Transfer the pasta and sauce mixture into a baking dish or casserole.
3
Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the top.
4
Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 12 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden. Serve hot.
