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Easy Penne Béchamel Gratin

Name: Easy Penne Béchamel Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 portions
Cuisine: italienne
Ingredients: 250 g Penne; 400 ml Milk; 40 g Butter; 30 g Flour; 80 g Grated cheese; 5 g Salt; 3 g Black pepper; 1 pinch Nutmeg

A comforting gratin with penne coated in creamy béchamel sauce and baked until golden. A complete and satisfying family meal.

40 min3 servings520 kcalDifficulty: Medium

Ingredients

250 g Penne
400 ml Milk
40 g Butter
30 g Flour
80 g Grated cheese
5 g Salt
3 g Black pepper
1 pinch Nutmeg

Instructions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bring salted water to a boil and cook the penne 2 minutes under the recommended time.
Step 2
Drain the penne and transfer to a baking dish.
Step 3
Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and sprinkle the flour.
Step 4
Stir constantly and gradually pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps.
Step 5
Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring, until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Step 6
Pour the béchamel over the penne and fold gently.
Step 7
Sprinkle the grated cheese on top and bake for 15 minutes until golden.

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