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Cheesy Orange Pasta

Cheesy Orange Pasta: Creamy Comfort with a Citrus Twist

Cheesy Orange Pasta is a delightful vegetarian dish that combines creamy cheeses with zesty orange for a unique flavor experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil essential for sautéing garlic
  • 1 medium Orange zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 100 ml Heavy Cream for creaminess
  • 150 g Cheddar Cheese grated
  • 50 g Parmesan Cheese grated
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Pasta
  • 250 g Pasta shapes like penne or farfalle are ideal
For Garnish
  • Fresh Basil Leaves optional
  • Grated Orange Zest optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup of cooking water.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add orange zest and juice to the skillet, simmering for 2 minutes.
  4. Incorporate heavy cream into the skillet, letting it thicken for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Combine pasta with the sauce, adding reserved cooking water if needed.
  8. Serve garnished with fresh basil and grated orange zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best flavor. Adjust the seasoning to taste before serving.

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