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Instructions
1
Heat olive oil over medium high heat in a large skillet with high sides.
2
Add veal, House Seasoning Blend and minced onion; brown veal and crumble.
3
Once veal is browned, add cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and sugar; stir to combine.
4
Add beef broth, milk, cream and pasta; stir to combine.
5
Brink to a simmer and place lid on pan.
6
Simmer covered for 9 minutes or until pasta is cooked through.
7
Remove from heat, add cheese and stir to combine.
8
Serve immediately.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown the Veal Properly 🍖Cook ground veal over medium-high heat until deeply browned before adding other ingredients—this creates a flavorful fond that enriches the entire dish and prevents a pale, steamed texture.
- Toast Your Pasta First ⏱️Lightly toast the uncooked cavatappi in the pan with a bit of olive oil for 1-2 minutes before adding liquid to develop nutty flavors and prevent mushiness in this short 25-minute cook time.
- Make a Proper Cheese Slurry 🧀Whisk cornstarch with a splash of cold milk before adding cheese to prevent clumping and ensure a silky, creamy sauce that coats the pasta evenly.
- Layer Your Seasonings Strategically 🧅Bloom garlic and onion powder in the hot oil with fresh minced garlic before adding liquid—this technique releases their essential oils and creates a more complex, integrated flavor profile throughout the dish.
- Reserve Pasta Water for Consistency 💧Save ½ cup of starchy pasta cooking water to adjust the sauce consistency at the end—this allows the sauce to cling to the pasta while maintaining a creamy texture without overdoing it.
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