White Pasta Sauce Recipe

This quick and easy white pasta sauce recipe is ready in just 15 minutes! A creamy, dreamy blend of butter, flour, milk, and cheese, perfectly complemented by succulent shrimp. Easily customizable with other seafood or chicken, this versatile sauce is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 188.2 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for White Pasta Sauce

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How to Make White Pasta Sauce

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour until smooth, creating a roux.
  3. Slowly whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking constantly.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
  5. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Add 1 cup of cooked shrimp (and any other optional seafood or chicken). Stir to combine.
  7. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  8. Serve the creamy sauce over cooked pasta.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

44g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make White Pasta Sauce?

White Pasta Sauce takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in White Pasta Sauce?

White Pasta Sauce has approximately 188.2 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for White Pasta Sauce?

The key ingredients for White Pasta Sauce are Unsalted Butter, Flour, Salt, White Pepper, Milk, Parmesan Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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