Penne with white sauce gratin with Parmesan and Oregano

This gratin white penne dish is a delicious and elegant choice for a special dinner or a comforting family meal.The creamy white sauce combined with the gratin touch of Parmesan and the oregano aroma creates a warm and tasty dining experience.

## Ingredients:
- 500g of penne
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 2 chopped garlic cloves
- 1 minced medium onion
- 500ml of fresh cream
- 1 cup of milk
- 200g of grated Parmesan cheese
-Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon of dry oregano
- Water to cook the pasta
- Coarse salt for pasta water

## PREPARATION MODE:
1. ** Cook the penne: **
- In a large pan, bring water with a handful of coarse salt to boil.Add the penne and cook according to packaging instructions until al dente.Drain and set aside.

2. ** Prepare the white sauce: **
- In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat.Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until they are gently golden and aromatic.
- Lower the heat and gradually add the cream and milk, stirring constantly so that the sauce is homogeneous and without lumps.
- Add half the grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to move until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce has thickened a little.Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

3. ** Mix the penne with the sauce: **
- Add the cooked penne to white sauce in the pan and mix well so that the entire pasta is covered by the sauce.

4. ** Prepare to Gratin: **
- Transfer the penne with sauce to a suitable oven refractory.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese and oregano on top.

5. ** Gratin: **
- Preheat the oven at 200 ° C.Put the refractory in the oven and let it brown for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.

6. ** Serve: **
- Remove the dish from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.Penne in gratin white sauce is ready to be enjoyed, ideally accompanied by a fresh green salad or garlic bread.

This dish is not only delicious but is also relatively simple to prepare, becoming a perfect option to impress your guests or a special night at home.