Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic pasta dish from Naples in Southern Italy. The name Aglio e Olio literally translates to “garlic and oil,” referring to the two main ingredients in this pasta. Prepared with spaghetti, garlic, extra virgin olive oil and red chilli flakes, it is one of Italy’s simplest pasta dishes, yet...
Creamy Macaroni Pasta is a creamy and rich pasta made using easily available ingredients in your kitchen. Cheese is minimum in this recipe still it comes out so rich that I can say this is no lesser than mac and cheese. This is mild and not so heavy so it is my goto recipe for busy weekend dinner.
If you are looking for a creamy and tasty pasta which is not loaded with cream or cheese then this pasta is just for you. It has an Indian flavour twist to the usual pasta that you will fall for instantly. Bored of mac and cheese or white sauce pasta then this one is for you, do try and let me know how you liked it.
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About Creamy Macaroni Pasta
Creamy Macaroni Pasta is an Indian twist to the regular white sauce pasta, mac and cheese. No heavy ingredients, this sauce is mild yet creamy and delicious. With macaroni pasta it nicely coats the sauce and this recipe is a winner.
Macaroni pasta tossed in a delicious creamy and thick sauce, this is a must try recipe to make your dinner special. Kids will love it for sure as it is creamy. You can use any small pasta variety, I used mini macaroni which I had in hand.
This pasta is easy to make and comes together in just 20 minutes from start to finish. A small amount of cheese is used here and the creaminess comes from milk. A zing of Indian masalas makes this pasta so unique and delicious.
I created this pasta recipe just for many who stay away from Alfredo, mac and cheese because of the heavy use of cream and cheese. This pasta comes out so creamy yet light because it uses a combination of milk with little cheese.
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Creamy Macaroni Pasta Ingredients
Macaroni Pasta - Macaroni Pasta variety is preferred for this recipe and I would suggest to stick with it. However you can use any small variety pasta.
Milk - Use full cream milk for a creamy rich sauce.
Cheese - I have used processed cube cheese. You can parmesan cheese too.
Flour - Usually maida is used but you can replace it with wheat flour too.
Spice powders - I have used red chilli powder and garam masala powder.
Seasoning - Mixed herbs and pepper powder are used.
Butter - is added for sauteing garlic, onion.
Cumin seeds - is added to melted butter and sautéed. It gives nice flavour to the sauce. Instead of cumin seeds you can add cumin powder too.
7.Give a quick saute then add salt, 1 teaspoon chilli powder, ½ teaspoon garam masala powder.
8.Give a quick saute.
9.Add 1 ½ cups milk.
10.Give a quick mix so that it does not form lumps.
11.When it starts to thicken add 2 tablespoon cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
12.Give a quick mix. The sauce should be thick and creamy like this.
13.Add ¼ teaspoon pepper powder and ¼ teaspoon mixed herbs.
Mixing pasta
14.Add cooked macaroni pasta.
15.Mix well and switch off.
Creamy Macaroni Pasta is ready!
Expert Tips
Pasta to choose - You can choose any small pasta variety which will suit best. Macaroni is recommended for this recipe.
Cheese to use - You can use parmesan cheese or processed cheese cubes. I used processed cheese cut into small cubes.
Seasoning - I have used dried mixed herbs and pepper powder, you can use fresh herbs like rosemary, basil leaves etc.
Spices - I have used red chilli powder, garam masala powder and pepper powder. You can add chilli flakes too.
Flour - I have white flour but wheat flour works fine too. Do not add more as it may give a after taste.
Serving and Storage
Serve it hot with toasted bread or it tastes great as such too. I wouldn't recommend to store as it tastes great when hot also the consistency changes when cooled or stored. In case if you want to store, you can store in fridge then add little milk heat it up before serving. Always serve hot!
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Creamy Macaroni Pasta is a creamy and rich pasta made using easily available ingredients in your kitchen. Cheese is minimum in this recipe still it comes out so rich that I can say this is no lesser than mac and cheese. This is mild and not so heavy so it is my goto recipe for busy weekend dinner.
Cheese Pasta is made by tossing your choice of pasta in a delicious creamy cheese sauce. It is quick and easy to make, tastes so delicious, kids will love it too. This Cheese Pasta can be made quickly and comes together in just 20 minutes. Do try this creamy pasta and treat yourself!
Cheese Pasta can be made easily and quickly and is so versatile that you can throw in all your favorite ingredients. This can be made with vegetables, chicken, mushroom, broccoli etc, even without all these it still tastes delicious.
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About Cheese Pasta
Cheese Pasta is made using penne pasta, butter, garlic, cheese, cheese spread and herbs for seasoning. This Cheese Pasta is pretty simple and quick to make still comes out so creamy and delicious. Kids will demand often as it is that good.
Cheese Pasta can be served with toasted bread or with grilled chicken. When you are running out of time still want a delicious meal then this cheese pasta is just for you! You can add in vegetables to make it wholesome, filling and colorful.
Cheese spread makes the main difference and when mixed with grated cheese, milk and pasta cooked water it makes the pasta rich, creamy and delicious. Do try this and I am sure you will love it!
It takes just 20 minutes from scratch to make this cheese pasta. This cheese pasta recipe is so versatile that you can add in your favorite vegetables or chicken to make it more flavorful and filling.
If you think this will taste like white sauce pasta no it does not! This has more cheesy flavor milk is added just for blending and no flour is added like in white sauce pasta. The creaminess comes just cheese and it tastes so good, kids will love it and will easily become one of their favorites.
9.Add ¼ cup cheese spread, ¼ cup grated cheese, ¼ cup milk, 2 tablespoon pasta cooked water and salt to taste.
10.Mix it well until the sauce coats the pasta completely.
11.Add ¼ teaspoon pepper powder, ¼ teaspoon mixed herbs.
12.Mix it well. Your cheese pasta is ready!
Enjoy hot!
Expert Tips
Pasta - Use any pasta but small or medium sized as it is best for this cheese pasta. Cook pasta until soft but not mushy.
Replacement - You can replace butter with olive oil.
Flavour - Add in 1 tablespoon garlic finely chopped to a more strong garlic flavour.
Seasoning - is purely your choice. You can add oregano, chilli flakes, rosemary etc as per your liking.
Cheese - I have used cubed cheese grated, you can use Parmesan cheese too. I would not recommend using mozzarella cheese as it makes the pasta more stringy and stretchy.
Cheese Sauce - I have used plain cheese sauce, you can try with flavoured cheese sauce too.
Serving & Storage
Serve it hot, it tastes great on its own or serve it along with toasted bread. I would recommend to consume it fresh as it becomes dry when stored or rested for a while.In case if you still want to store cheese pasta keeps well in fridge for 2 days.
I would recommend to keep cooked pasta separately then toss it with cheese sauce while serving if planning to store and serve.
FAQS
1.What can I replace with cheese spread?
I would not suggest to replace cheese spread as it is one of the main ingredient which makes this dish taste unique. However you can replace it with plain mayonnaise or fresh cream.
2.How is it different from white sauce pasta?
White sauce pasta is creamy and the taste is more of milk but cheese pasta has more cheese flavor and taste.
3.What other pasta varieties can I use?
You can use penne, fusilli, macaroni, spaghetti, fettuccine, linguine etc.
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Tried this Cheese Pasta Recipe? Do let me know how you liked it. Also tag us on Instagram @sharmispassions and hash tag it on #sharmispassions.
Cheese Pasta is made by tossing your choice of pasta in a delicious creamy cheese sauce. It is quick and easy to make, tastes so delicious, kids will love it too. This Cheese Pasta can be made quickly and comes together in just 20 minutes. Do try this creamy pasta and treat yourself!
Add ¼ cup cheese spread, ¼ cup grated cheese, ¼ cup milk, 2 tablespoon pasta cooked water and salt to taste.
Mix it well until the sauce coats the pasta completely.
Add ¼ teaspoon pepper powder, ¼ teaspoon mixed herbs.
Mix it well. Your cheese pasta is ready!
To a pasta bowl add cheese pasta, sprinkle grated cheese, mixed herbs and serve hot!
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Notes
Pasta - Use any pasta but small or medium sized as it is best for this cheese pasta. Cook pasta until soft but not mushy.
Replacement - You can replace butter with olive oil.
Flavour - Add in 1 tablespoon garlic finely chopped to a more strong garlic flavour.
Seasoning - is purely your choice. You can add oregano, chilli flakes, rosemary etc as per your liking.
Cheese - I have used cubed cheese grated, you can use Parmesan cheese too. I would not recommend using mozzarella cheese as it makes the pasta more stringy and stretchy.
Cheese Sauce - I have used plain cheese sauce, you can try with flavoured cheese sauce too.