Learning how to make a perfectly seasoned white pasta sauce is a serious skill. You can add it to numerous dishes, think salads, roasted vegetables–basically anything that needs a little bit of elevating. This classic recipe is traditionally made using milk, butter and flour and is a staple in French cuisine. It was introduced in France in 1533 by the chefs of Queen Catherine (de' Medici) and was known for its thick, glue-like consistency.
As a recipe, it is as easy as it gets thanks to the buttery, creamy taste that it lends to dishes. Season it with just salt and pepper or add a touch of spice with chilli flakes.
Ingredients needed to prepare white sauce pasta
2 cups milk
2 tbsp maida
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp dried mixed herbs
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp dry chilli flakes
A pinch of salt
1/4th cup grated cheese (optional)
Step-by-step process to prepare tasty white sauce pasta
1. Heat the butter in a pan over low heat.
2. Add the maida to this and mix well.
3. Add milk a little at a time and whisk it till all the lumps dissolve.
4. When combined and smooth, let the sauce sit on the heat and thicken.
5. Add the cheese and herbs and mix well.
6. Adjust the salt, chilli flakes and pepper as per your taste.
7. Allow the sauce to cook on a medium flame for a minute to two and then add boiled pasta or pour over other dishes.