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Portuguese Pasta Bake
A hearty and comforting pasta bake with a buttery, cheesy crust. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
⏱40 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●12 oz SpaghettiLong, thin pasta
- ●4 tbsp ButterUnsalted
- ●1 cup, shredded Portuguese cheeseOptional: replace with mozzarella or cheddar
- ●2 tbsp All-purpose flourFor thickening sauce
- ●1/2 cup MilkWhole or 2%
- ●1 tsp SaltTo taste
- ●1 tsp Black pepperTo taste
- ●1/4 cup, chopped Fresh parsleyOptional: for garnish
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook spaghetti in boiling, salted water until al dente.
- 3
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- 4
Add flour and whisk to make a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Slowly add milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
- 6
Bring sauce to a simmer and cook until thickened.
- 7
Stir in shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- 8
Combine cooked spaghetti and cheese sauce in a large bowl.
- 9
Transfer pasta mixture to a baking dish and top with additional cheese.
- 10
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- 11
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.