Tricolour Macaroni Pasta

Cook the macaroni: Boil water with salt and 1 tsp oil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and divide the cooked macaroni into three equal portions

Green macaroni Blanch spinach for 2 minutes, then blend it with onion, garlic and green chilli into a smooth puree. Cook the puree in a pan for 2–3 minutes. Add one portion of macaroni, mix well and cook for another 1–2 minutes.

Saffron/orange macaroni Blend tomatoes, onion and garlic into a smooth puree. Cook it in a pan with a little oil, then add salt and red chilli powder. Add the second portion of macaroni and mix well.

White macaroni -Melt butter in a pan. Add maida and sauté for 30–40 seconds. Gradually add milk while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens. Add cheese, salt, black pepper, oregano and chilli flakes. Add the third portion of macaroni and mix well.