📝 Ingredients

For the Pasta:

• 400g pasta (penne or fusilli)
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 8 cups water

For the Sauce:

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons ginger, minced
• 3 green chilies, finely chopped
• 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
• 1 cup heavy cream or milk
• 200g mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 100g cheddar cheese, shredded
• 50g parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For Garnish:

• Fresh coriander, chopped
• Fresh basil, chopped
• Parmesan cheese, grated
• Red chili flakes
• Sesame seeds

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta: Bring 8 cups of water to boil in a large pot. Add 2 tablespoons salt. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (usually 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Aromatics: Heat butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden. Add minced garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add green chilies and cook for another minute.
3. Add Tomatoes and Spices: Add finely chopped tomatoes to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes become soft and pulpy. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and garam masala powder. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add Vegetables: Add corn kernels and chopped bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender. Add fresh coriander and basil.
5. Make the Creamy Base: Pour heavy cream or milk into the pan. Stir well to combine with the spiced tomato mixture. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add Cheese: Add mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheese to the sauce. Stir continuously until all cheese is melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth. Add lemon juice and adjust salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat every piece of pasta with the creamy masala sauce.
8. Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl or individual plates. Garnish with fresh coriander, basil, grated parmesan, red chili flakes, and sesame seeds. Serve hot immediately.

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