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easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe | Indian style cheesy penne pasta

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easy cheesy vegetable pasta is a simple and delicious pasta recipe that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Learn how to make easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe | Indian style cheesy penne pasta | cheesy white sauce pasta |

Indulge in a comforting and flavorful dish with this cheesy vegetable pasta recipe. This Indian style cheesy penne pasta is a quick 30 minute recipe where the sauce and the veggies are cooked in the same pan. It's a great way to incorporate a variety of vegetables into your diet, while satisfying your cheesy cravings.

The base is a creamy béchamel sauce mixed with cheese that coats the veggies and pasta. béchamel sauce or white sauce is a simple sauce made usually with butter, flour and milk. The creamy sauce, loaded with vibrant vegetables and melted cheese, is sure to satisfy your cravings.

pro tips to make easy cheesy vegetable pasta: 1. Sautéing vegetables adds a smoky, caramelized flavor that takes your pasta to the next level. 2. You can add a splash of fresh cream that can make your sauce extra creamy and rich. 3. Experiment with different cheese like mozzarella or cheddar to make this recipe.

Enjoy easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe | Indian style cheesy penne pasta | with detailed step by step photos.

Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta

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Ingredients
Method
For easy cheesy vegetable pasta
    For easy cheesy vegetable pasta
  1. To make easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe, heat 1 tbsp butter in a broad non-stick pan, add onion, coloured capsicum, mushroom, sweet corn, salt and pepper powder.
  2. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Keep aside.
  3. Heat the remaining butter in a deep pan, add plain flour, mix well and cook on a medium flame for a minute.
  4. Add milk and immediately whisk well until no lumps remain.
  5. Add the cheese slices, chilli flakes, oregano, mixed herbs, nutmeg powder, salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously.
  7. Add the cooked pasta, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes.
  8. Serve easy cheesy vegetable pasta immediately.
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per
Energy420 cal
Protein14.6 g
Carbohydrates53 g
Fiber1.8 g
Fat16.2 g
Cholesterol49.5 mg
Sodium277.8 mg
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  1. See the below image of list of ingredients for making easy cheesy vegetable pasta.

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    how to sauté vegetables
  1. To make easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe | Indian style cheesy penne pasta | cheesy white sauce pasta | heat 1 tbsp butter in a broad non-stick pan. Butter adds a buttery, savory flavor and this creates a creamy and velvety texture that coats the pasta perfectly.
  2. Add ½ cup chopped onions. Sautéed onions add a delightful textural contrast to the smooth pasta and creamy sauce. Their soft, slightly crisp texture provides a pleasant mouthfeel.
  3. Add ½ cup chopped coloured capsicum. Chopped colored capsicum adds a vibrant burst of color, flavor, and texture to your easy cheesy vegetable pasta.
  4. Add ½ cups chopped mushrooms (khumbh). Chopped mushrooms provide a pleasant bite and a slightly chewy texture that contrasts with the smooth pasta and sauce.
  5. Add ¼ cup sweet corn kernels (makai ke dane). Sweet corn adds a delightful burst of sweetness and a touch of natural sweetness to the cheesy vegetable pasta.
  6. Add salt to taste.
  7. Add freshly ground black pepper (kalimirch) to taste.
  8. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Keep aside.

how to proceed
    how to proceed
  1. Heat the remaining 2 tbsp butter in a deep pan.
  2. Add 1½ tbsp plain flour (maida). When you cook plain flour with butter or oil, it forms a roux. This roux acts as a thickening agent for the sauce. As you gradually add milk or cream to the roux while whisking, the flour molecules absorb the liquid, creating a smooth and velvety sauce.
  3. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for a minute.
  4. Add 1½ cups milk. Milk adds richness and creaminess to the sauce, making it smooth and luscious. It helps to coat the pasta and vegetables evenly, creating a delightful mouthfeel.
  5. Whisk well until no lumps remain.
  6. Add 3 cheese slices. Cheese slices play a crucial role in creating a creamy and flavorful sauce for easy cheesy vegetable pasta. When heated with milk or cream, the cheese slices melt smoothly, forming a rich and creamy sauce that coats the pasta and vegetables. This creates a luxurious mouthfeel and enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
  7. Add 1 tsp dry red chilli flakes (paprika). Chilli flakes add a subtle kick of heat and a touch of spice to the cheesy vegetable pasta.
  8. Add 1 tsp dried oregano. Oregano is a versatile herb that adds a delightful flavor profile to the cheesy vegetable pasta.
  9. Add 1 dried mixed herbs. Mixed herbs add a delightful depth of flavor to cheesy vegetable pasta. They enhance the overall taste profile by providing a blend of aromatic herbs like oregano, thyme, basil, and rosemary. 
  10. Add 1/8 tsp nutmeg (jaiphal) powder. Nutmeg powder adds a warm, slightly sweet, and nutty flavor to your cheesy vegetable pasta.
  11. Add salt to taste.
  12. Add freshly ground black pepper (kalimirch) to taste.
  13. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously.
  14. Add 3 cups cooked penne pasta.
  15. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes.
  16. Serve easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe | Indian style cheesy penne pasta | cheesy white sauce pasta | immediately.

pro tips to make easy cheesy vegetable pasta
    pro tips to make easy cheesy vegetable pasta
  1. Sautéing vegetables adds a smoky, caramelized flavor that takes your pasta to the next level.
  2. You can add a splash of fresh cream that can make your sauce extra creamy and rich.
  3. Experiment with different cheese like mozzarella or cheddar to make this recipe.

Reviews

Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 12 Oct 19 10:09 PM
5

hello I have follow ur instructions what to do if white sauce is in liquid form
Tarla Dalal
14 Oct 19 03:34 PM
   Hi, As this a healthy recipe, we have not added any flour to make it thick.. if you wish to add, you can add little whole wheat flour.. to make it thick.
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 15 Jun 19 07:21 PM
5

The recipe is very easy to follow. My wife liked the pasta. This was my first attempt to make pasta.
Tarla Dalal
17 Jun 19 04:58 PM
   We are delighted that you liked the recipe!! Do try more and give us your feedback!! Happy Cooking!!
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 12 Oct 18 12:53 PM
5

what is the substitute for celery ?
Tarla Dalal
15 Oct 18 09:04 AM
   You can skip adding celery.
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 18 May 18 09:05 PM
5

Hi Tarla ji, tried this recipe just now, my daughter is super happy... thank you very much.
Tarla Dalal
19 May 18 08:54 AM
   Hi Atasi, Glad you liked the recipe. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed it...happy cooking !!
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 17 May 18 01:15 AM
5

Hello tarla ji, Can we add Parmesan or Mexican 4 chese here instead ? Thank you !
Tarla Dalal
17 May 18 08:42 AM
   Hi Garima, You can use Parmesan or Mexican 4 cheese here. Do try the recipe and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy Cooking !!
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 22 Jan 17 03:26 PM
5

Hi Tarla ji... The pasta is really amazing...Just loved it....But I just wanted to know that can we add coriander instead of celery...
Tarla Dalal
23 Jan 17 09:59 AM
   Hi Sharwari, with pasta celery goes well but you are welcome to experiment.
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 14 Oct 16 07:39 PM
5

Wow..loved it so yummy....
Tarla Dalal
15 Oct 16 08:44 AM
   Hi Priyanka, We are very happy to know you loved the recipe. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy Cooking !!
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 04 Oct 16 02:27 PM
5

Hello Tarla ji...NEED YOUR HELP... Muje Pasta Bahot pasand hai. Every weekend real peprika me jate hai. Aur vaha ka pasta muje Bahot pasand hai n offcource voh log kaise banate hai voh nahi batayege.. So I want to know that pasta details.. Pasta was macaroni with like white sauce.. And sauce looks like curd and taste was sweet type... Please help me.. Thank you
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 04 Sep 16 02:10 PM
5

Very yummy taste....
Tarla Dalal
06 Sep 16 09:31 AM
   Hi Priyanshi , we are delighted you loved the Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback and review recipes you have loved. Happy Cooking.
Easy Cheesy Vegetable Pasta
 on 02 Jun 16 09:50 PM
5

Hello Tarla ji, can you please tell me what all boiled veggies can we use? And is there any substitution for celery leaves as it is not easily available in the market.
Tarla Dalal
04 Jun 16 08:46 AM
   Hi Priyanka, You can omit the celery and use any vegetables that you have like carrot, zucchini, coloured bellpeppers etc.
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