Creamy Dill Pasta (Budget-Friendly & Healthy)
30 minutes
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About Creamy Dill Pasta (Budget-Friendly & Healthy)
Craving creamy pasta but watching your budget and waistline? This recipe delivers delicious, cheesy flavor without the cheese! Our healthy, budget-friendly "Pasta No Cheese" is a simple yet satisfying meal, perfect for busy weeknights.This recipe uses fresh dill for a bright, herbaceous flavor and a touch of milk to create a creamy sauce. It's inspired by homestyle Indian cooking, offering a unique and comforting twist on classic pasta. Get ready to enjoy a guilt-free pasta indulgence!Say goodbye to expensive, heavy cream sauces and hello to a lighter, healthier alternative that's packed with flavor and won't break the bank. This recipe is easily customizable to your spice preference.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total30 minutes
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz Pasta your choice of shape (macaroni, etc.), penne
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 2 clove Garlic minced
- 1/2 cup Dill finely chopped, fresh
- 1/4 tsp Msg ajinomoto, optional, use less if sensitive to msg
- 1 1/2 cup Milk toned milk recommended
- 1/2 tsp Salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp Pepper black, ground
- 1-2 Chili Flakes fresh or dried, red, to taste
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil the pasta according to package directions, adding salt and half of the MSG to the water. Drain well.
Sauté Aromatics
- Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, red chili flakes, and dill. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, until fragrant and the dill is slightly softened but still bright green. Stir in the remaining MSG and a pinch of salt.
Create the Creamy Sauce
- Pour in the milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the cooked pasta and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
Serve
- Serve the pasta immediately. Garnish with extra dill, if desired.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat milk instead of toned milk.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for a burst of freshness.
- Experiment with other herbs like parsley or cilantro for variations in flavor.
- If you like a spicier pasta, add more red chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 565kcalCarbohydrates: 76gProtein: 31gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7.2gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 1710mgFiber: 3gSugar: 35g
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This looks so appetizing! Thank you.
I’m thrilled to try this recipe!
This looks incredible! I need to try it.