Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHome Grown CafePasta Recipe

Pasta Recipe

Inspired by Home Grown Cafe
Time30m
Serves2

Choice of cheese sauce or butter sauce

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Cheese Sauce

Butter Sauce

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

  2. 2

    Drain the Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.

Making Cheese Sauce

  1. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tbsp of flour and cook for 1 minute.

  2. 4

    Add Milk and Cheese

    Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk until smooth. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 5

    Combine

    Pour the cheese sauce over the drained pasta and toss to coat.

Making Butter Sauce

  1. 6

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt 4 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 7

    Finish the Sauce

    Stir in chopped parsley, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Pour over the drained pasta and toss to coat.

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