Mixed-sauce pasta refers to a pasta dish that combines two or more types of sauces to create a unique and flavorful experience. One common example of mixed sauce pasta is combining a red sauce (tomato-based) with a white sauce (cream-based). Here's a recipe for basic mixed sauce pasta:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the White Sauce :
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
225g pasta (e.g., penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
Salt for boiling pasta water
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Cook the Pasta:
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a generous amount of salt.
Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
Drain the pasta and set aside.
Prepare the Red Sauce:
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce and stir.
Add dried basil, salt, and pepper.
Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Prepare the White Sauce:
In another saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the maida and whisk constantly to create a smooth paste. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, being careful that it doesn't brown.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
Keep whisking and cooking until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Season the sauce with salt, and pepper.
Combine Pasta and Sauces:
Add the red sauce to the white sauce and cook for 2–3 minutes. Sprinkle dried oregano into the sauce. This will add a lovely aroma and flavor to the sauce.
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
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