Creamy Penne Pasta

Lainey6605's Note:

This makes a great side dish to any meal.

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 0 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 2

• 1 cup penne pasta , uncooked
• 1 ½ teaspoons butter
• 2 ¼ teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 ½ teaspoons all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon fresh garlic , minced
• salt , to taste
• ¼ teaspoon dried basil
• crushed red pepper flakes , to taste
• 3 tablespoons half-and-half
• 2 tablespoons chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon water
• 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese , grated
• 1 tablespoon sour cream

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter.
3. Stir in the oil, flour, garlic and seasonings until blended.
4. Gradually add the half and half, broth and water.
5. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
6. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and sour cream.
7. Drain pasta and toss with the sauce.

Reviews

[Chef ElizaDuck]

I made this recipe exactly as it was printed (why fiddle with a good thing?). I didn't have to alter the portions either. I do feel a little guily though I took full credit for the recipe when my husband was raving about what a good cook I am! Sorry. It was delicious. Thanks.

[nmj]

The whole family loved this dish. I did not use the red pepper and used water in place of the chicken broth. A great side dish!

[LUVMY2BOYS]

I thought this came together quite well! I cut the recipe in half & used whole wheat spaghetti--I did have to add about 1 tbsp more half & half (used fat free) b/c it was too thick. I also omitted the pepper flakes & subbed basil w/ italian seas. Instead of olive oil, I used a little more light butter--and used fat free sour cream. I also omitted the broth & used more water, as suggested. It was pretty tasty! Thank u for sharing.