Margherita Pasta
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Melt butter in olive oil over low heat in a large skillet. Increase heat to medium and add onions and half of the tomatoes and sauté for 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook an additional 30 seconds. Add flour and cook while stirring for 2 minutes (it will be thick).
  4. Turn heat to low then slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk, stirring until smooth.
  5. Bring the sauce to a simmer on medium-high.
  6. Stir in spices and chicken bouillon and continue to simmer until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in all cheeses until melted.
  8. Stir in remaining tomatoes and fresh basil. Stir in pasta until well coated.
  9. Taste and season with additional salt, pepper and/or red pepper flakes to taste.
  10. Garnish with Parmesan Cheese and additional basil if desired.