White Pasta Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 to 4 strips of bacon
I always use 4
- 1/2 of a medium onion)
about 1 cup chopped. (150g
- 5 to 6 cloves of fresh garlic
crushed/minced
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
57g
- 1 cup of heavy cream)
add more to thin sauce out or add milk (240ml
- 3/4 cup of cut grape tomatoes
150g
- 1 1/2 cups of cheese
mozzarella parmesan blend
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
2g
- 1/4 tsp. of ground pepper
1g
- 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
optional
- 1/2 tsp. of salt
taste it first before adding in the salt
- 1 cup of diced pre-cooked chicken
125g
- 1 handful of fresh spinach
- 1 box cooked for 10 minutes in boiling water
then drained.), 1lb. of penne pasta noodles (454g
Directions
- 1
First take a skillet or sauce pot and heat it on medium heat. Then add in your bacon. Let the bacon cook for 5 to 6 minutes. If you want this a little bit healthier after the bacon has cooked a bit, remove the grease and add a couple tablespoons of olive oil to replace it.
- 2
Now let's add in our onions and let them cook down a bit in that bacon grease.
- 3
Next add the minced garlic cloves and let them cook down a bit, then add in the butter and allow it to melt.
- 4
Now we need to add in the cream. If you want your white sauce to be less thick you may add in more cream or some milk a little bit later. Allow the cream to heat up stirring the sauce occasionally.
- 5
Next add the tomatoes. Let the tomatoes cook in the sauce for a few minutes to soften up.
- 6
Then stir the cheese into the sauce until it is completely melted.
- 7
Give the sauce a little taste. You may want to add in more salt. I also usually add in pepper and garlic powder, I like garlic. It is very important to taste the sauce before adding extra seasonings especially extra salt. The bacon and cheese will have already added a certain amount of saltiness by themselves.
- 8
Finish that sauce off with some cooked chicken and spinach or use shrimp or another protein. Add your drained cooked pasta to the sauce. After stirring in the pasta for about a minute your pasta is ready to serve. *Note cook your pasta about 1 minute less then package says, usually right around 10 minutes.
- 9
Enjoy that yummy white pasta sauce with your favorite pasta. Penne is always my favorite pasta of choice. But this same sauce works great with other pasta as well. And other proteins like shrimp instead of chicken, etc.
White Pasta Sauce
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About this Recipe
Tired of bland weeknight dinners? This easy homemade White Pasta Sauce transforms simple pasta into a rich, creamy, and deeply satisfying meal that quickly becomes a family favorite. You'll love how effortlessly this hearty dish comes together, offering comfort without the fuss.
This recipe works by layering beloved flavors: the savory depth of bacon, the aromatic punch of fresh garlic and onion, and the luxurious silkiness of heavy cream and unsalted butter. A generous blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese ensures every bite is pure indulgence, while fresh grape tomatoes and spinach brighten the rich sauce, creating a perfectly balanced pasta experience.
What to expect when you dive into this White Pasta Sauce? Imagine a wonderfully creamy sauce, deeply infused with the savory notes of crisp bacon and pungent garlic, complemented by a luscious blend of melting mozzarella and sharp Parmesan. The gentle sweetness of grape tomatoes provides a welcome counterpoint to the richness, while fresh spinach adds a pleasant, earthy undertone. It's a comforting, hearty dish that truly feels like a special occasion meal, yet it's designed for the home cook to achieve with ease.
This White Pasta Sauce is incredibly versatile and easy to customize. Feel free to swap the diced pre-cooked chicken for succulent shrimp for a seafood-forward dish, or, if you prefer, omit the bacon entirely and use a bit of olive oil to sauté your aromatics for a lighter base. You can also experiment with adding other vegetables like sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers to enhance the nutritional profile and add more texture.
Perfect for a comforting family dinner or a cozy night in, this rich pasta dish stands alone beautifully. Serve it with a simple green salad and some crusty bread to ensure no drop of the delicious sauce goes to waste.