250 g of penne pasta
3 1/2 cups of water (840 ml)
For the cheese sauce
1 teaspoon of nutmeg
1 1/2 cup of milk (360 ml)
2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon of unsalted butter
1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (100 g)
250 g of penne pasta
3 1/2 cups of water (840 ml)
For the cheese sauce
1 teaspoon of nutmeg
1 1/2 cup of milk (360 ml)
2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon of unsalted butter
1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (100 g)
In a large, covered microwave-safe bowl, cook the pasta and water on high for 18 minutes, stirring three times during that time (the pasta should be al dente)
Remove from oven and drain
Prepare the cheese sauce: In a medium, covered microwave-safe bowl, combine all the ingredients and cook on high for 4 minutes
Remove from oven and mix well
Cover and return to the microwave at the same power level for 2 minutes or until thickened
Remove from oven, add the cheese sauce, mix well and serve immediately
418 calories per serving