Pasta is one of the most versatile foods in the kitchen. It pairs beautifully with sauces or simply dressed with oil and herbs. It is also a go-to option when there is little time or inspiration for dinner.
Pasta, a staple made from water, wheat flour and eggs, opens up countless cooking possibilities. We have all followed the classic tomato pasta recipe at least once.
To break away from the standard preparation, we share several different ways to enjoy pasta and spark some new ideas.
With cheese and baked zucchini
Pasta with zucchini, feta cheese and honey. verified
Here is the ingredient list for this approach:
- half pumpkin
- 200 grams of white cheese
- honey to taste
- 160 grams of pasta
- Water, salt and pepper
detailing:
First, peel and dice the pumpkin. Place the chopped pumpkin and feta on a baking tray with a little oil, pepper and salt. Add a splash of water so it steams in the oven. Bake at 190ºC for about 30 minutes, checking halfway to prevent burning. While the vegetables roast, boil the pasta in a pot for about 8 to 9 minutes. When the zucchini and cheese are ready, remove the tray from the oven. For a smoother sauce, drizzle a touch of honey to balance the saltiness of the cheese. Toss the pasta with the roasted mixture and a small amount of pasta water to help thicken the sauce. Cook together briefly until everything is well combined.
Traditional carbonara
Pasta carbonara. verified
Contents:
- 160 grams of pasta
- bacon to taste
- 2 eggs
- Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper
detailing:
Begin by cooking the pasta in salted water for 8 to 9 minutes. While it boils, cook the bacon until it is golden and crisp. In a separate bowl, whisk two eggs and fold in grated Parmesan cheese to taste. Once the pasta is ready, drain it, leaving a touch of cooking water. Add the hot pasta to the eggs and cheese, then fold in the bacon. The heat will gently cook the eggs, creating a creamy sauce. Stir everything together and finish with extra cheese if desired.
With cheese sauce
Pasta with cheese sauce. verified
Contents:
- 160 grams of pasta
- 200 ml liquid cooking cream
- Cheeses to taste: blue, cheddar, gorgonzola, parmesan, etc.
- Nutmeg, pepper and salt
detailing:
Start by cooking the pasta in boiling water for about 8 to 9 minutes. In a separate pan, heat the cream gently and add the cheeses in small pieces or grated so they melt quickly. Stir in nutmeg, pepper and salt to season. Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, adding a little cooking water to help the sauce cling. For a crisp finish, spread the pasta on a baking tray, sprinkle with extra cheese, and bake briefly in a hot oven. Serve and enjoy the rich, creamy result.