Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3-4 garlic cloves (crushed)
  • 1 heaped tablespoon flour
  • 1-1½ cups milk
  • ½ cup cream (alternatively use all milk)
  • 2 cups grated cheese of your choice (I used 1 cup mature cheddar and ½ cup each of mozzarella and Parmesan)
  • handful fresh parsley (chopped)
  • squeeze of fresh lemon juice
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 500 g pasta of your choice (cooked (reserve 1 cup of the cooking water))

Instruction

  • To make the sauce, melt the butter in a large, deep frying pan.
  • Add the garlic and fry until fragrant then add the flour. Whisk in the milk until a smooth sauce forms then add the cream (if using). Turn down the heat and allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Turn the heat off then add the cheese, parsley, lemon and season to taste.
  • Add the cooked pasta and a little of the cooking water, stirring to coat the pasta. Add more pasta water if necessary.
  • Serve immediately.