Cooking white sauce pasta at home in Bengali involves preparing the pasta and white sauce using ingredients commonly found in Bengali households. Here’s a recipe for white sauce pasta with a Bengali twist:
Ingredients:
- 200 grams pasta (penne, fusilli, or any preferred shape)
- 2 tablespoons butter (মাখা)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (ময়দা)
- 2 cups milk (দুধ)
- 1 onion (পেঁয়াজ), finely chopped
- 2-3 green chilies (কাঁচা মরিচ), finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, peas) (মিশ্রিত সবজি)
- Salt to taste (লবণ)
- Black pepper powder (গোল মরিচ গুঁড়া) to taste
- Grated cheese (optional) (গুঁড়া)
- Chopped coriander leaves for garnish (optional) (ধনিয়া পাতা)
Instructions:
- Boil the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Prepare the White Sauce:
- In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and green chilies. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add the all-purpose flour (ময়দা) to the pan. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes to cook the flour without browning it.
- Gradually pour in the milk while stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Cook the sauce until it thickens to a creamy consistency, stirring frequently.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper powder to taste.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- In a separate pan, heat a little butter or oil.
- Add the mixed vegetables and sauté until they are cooked but still retain their crunch. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Everything:
- Add the boiled pasta to the white sauce and mix well until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Add the sautéed vegetables and mix again.
- If desired, sprinkle grated cheese on top and let it melt into the pasta.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves, if using.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Bengali-style white sauce pasta!
This recipe combines the creamy goodness of white sauce pasta with the flavors of Bengali cuisine. Adjust the seasoning and vegetables according to your taste preferences.