Description
A simple and quick cheese pasta recipe perfect for busy weeknights, combining creamy cheese with pasta for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional: herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the milk and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain the pasta and combine it with the cheese sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with herbs if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to use any cheese you prefer.
- Add vegetables or protein for a more filling meal.
- This dish can be made in under 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg