Healthy Tofu Noodle Cream Pasta Your Kids Will Love
Tofu Noodles Instead of Wheat Noodles! A Creamy Pasta Recipe for Your Little Ones
Does your child adore cream pasta but you worry about digestion from wheat noodles? This recipe offers a healthy alternative using easy-to-digest tofu noodles, creating a creamy pasta that both children and adults will enjoy. Experience the delightful combination of a rich, creamy sauce and chewy tofu noodles!
Essential Ingredients- 3 strips bacon
- 1/2 onion
- 5 cloves garlic
- 100ml milk
- 400ml heavy cream
- 1 pack tofu noodles (approx. 200-250g)
Seasoning & Herbs- 1 tsp salt
- A pinch of black pepper (to taste)
- A little chopped parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- A pinch of black pepper (to taste)
- A little chopped parsley
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all your ingredients. Thinly slice the 5 garlic cloves and shred the half onion. Cut the 3 strips of bacon into bite-sized pieces (about 2cm wide). (Tip: If your child likes mushrooms, thinly slice 1-2 button mushrooms and add them for extra flavor. If they dislike mushrooms, simply omit them.)
Step 2
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil (like grapeseed or olive oil) in a wide pan over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced garlic and begin to gently sauté until fragrant and lightly golden. This step builds the flavor base. (Caution: For children, it’s best to cook over medium-low heat rather than high heat.)
Step 3
Once the garlic is lightly cooked, add the shredded onion to the pan. Stir-fry together until the onions become translucent and tender. (Tip: Thoroughly cooking the onions and garlic will bring out their natural sweetness and prevent any harsh, raw flavors that children might dislike.)
Step 4
When the onions are translucent, add the chopped bacon to the pan. Cook until the bacon is lightly browned and has rendered some of its fat. Sprinkle a pinch of black pepper over the bacon as it cooks to enhance the aroma.
Step 5
Once the bacon, onions, and garlic are nicely cooked and fragrant, pour in the 400ml of heavy cream and 100ml of milk to create the creamy sauce. (Tip: The ratio of heavy cream to milk is typically 4:1, but feel free to adjust the quantities to achieve your desired sauce consistency. You can make it richer or lighter based on your preference.)
Step 6
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Then, add the prepared tofu noodles to the sauce. (Important Tip: Before adding the tofu noodles, it’s recommended to place them in a colander and quickly rinse them with hot boiling water. This helps to warm them up and remove excess moisture, ensuring they remain delightfully chewy and don’t get mushy in the sauce.)
Step 7
While the tofu noodle pasta is simmering in the sauce, finely chop a small amount of fresh parsley. (Tip: Use a modest amount of parsley so the flavor isn’t overpowering for children. You can use it as a garnish or toss it with a little olive oil for added fragrance.)
Step 8
As the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld together, season with 1 teaspoon of salt. Taste and adjust the saltiness according to your preference.
Step 9
And there you have it! Your delicious and healthy tofu noodle cream pasta is ready. Enjoy a wonderful and nutritious meal with your family. Bon appétit! ♡
