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Bbq spicy penne pasta with white sauce top with mint, serve on a white plate
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BBQ Spicy Penne Pasta with White Sauce and Mint

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BBQ spicy penne pasta with white sauce and mint. A simple plant-forward dish with creamy texture and bold flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 429
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 cup milk or plant-based milk
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon BBQ seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook penne according to package instructions.
  3. Drain and set aside.
  4. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Add flour and stir for 1 minute.
  6. Slowly add milk while stirring continuously.
  7. Cook until sauce thickens.
  8. Add BBQ seasoning and chili flakes.
  9. Add cooked penne and toss to combine.
  10. Garnish with mint and parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 429kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 13gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 44mgPotassium: 335mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 569IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 2mg

Notes

• Stir continuously to keep sauce smooth
• Adjust spice level to taste
• Add vegetables like peppers or mushrooms if desired

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