Pasta in White Sauce

Creamy penne in a silky garlic white sauce with a hint of pepper.

Ingredients

• 300 g penne pasta
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk, warm
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar or parmesan
• 1 tsp garlic paste
• 1 tsp black pepper, crushed
• 1/2 tsp mixed herbs or oregano
• Salt to taste
• Chilli flakes for serving

Instructions

1. Boil the penne in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Melt the butter in a pan and add the garlic paste. Fry for 30 seconds.
3. Add the flour and stir continuously for 2 minutes to make a roux.
4. Slowly pour in the warm milk, whisking constantly so no lumps form.
5. Cook on low heat until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
6. Add the cheese, black pepper, mixed herbs and salt. Stir until the cheese melts.
7. Toss in the cooked penne and coat well in the sauce.
8. Serve hot, sprinkled with chilli flakes.