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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Butter Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 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
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 3
- 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.
- 5
Combine
Pour the cheese sauce over the drained pasta and toss to coat.
Making Butter Sauce
- 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.
- 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.