Spaghetti Factory's Mizithra Cheese Sauce Recipe

Recreate the magic of the Spaghetti Factory's famous creamy Mizithra cheese sauce with this easy-to-follow copycat recipe! This decadent sauce, made with a rich blend of butter, flour, milk, and tangy Mizithra cheese, is the perfect topping for your favorite spaghetti. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality pasta dish in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 535.9 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spaghetti Factory's Mizithra Cheese Sauce

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How to Make Spaghetti Factory's Mizithra Cheese Sauce

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the roux is smooth and lightly golden.
  3. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of whole milk and 1 cup of heavy cream. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 cup of crumbled Mizithra cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Toss the sauce with 1 pound of hot cooked spaghetti. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

137g

Carbs

5g